One way to do this is to find ways to give unique compliments that convey a lot of meaning.
Compliments delivered in unusual ways will be remembered and showcase your ability to think creatively.
Keep reading to learn more about how to make your compliments stand out.
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Choose Unique Words
People tend to overuse the same bland words whengiving compliments.
Allow your message to stand out by choosing unique words that you don’t hear every day.
Examples might include that your husband looks “dapper” or your girlfriend is a “phenomenal” athlete.
Just be sure that your words are genuine.
Otherwise, your compliment may come across as over-the-top and unsincere.
Be Authentic
Whenever you are giving a compliment, confirm it’s genuine.
People can often tell if a compliment feels forced or inauthentic.
This is where practicing gratitude can come in handy.
Think about the things you appreciate the most.
How have they helped you?
What characteristics stand out?
What makes them unique?
Don’t feel that it’s possible for you to’t share your compliments if you are too nervous.
Write a note to your aunt telling her how much you enjoyed your last visit.
Email a coworker praising a job well done at the office.
Send a card thanking a person who gave you a gift.
Compliments offered in writing have just as much impactand often more.
Because they are tangible, the other person can look back on them whenever they need a little pick-me-up.
Compliment Using Your Eyes
A long stare is a hidden form of compliment.
It works best when you are out on a date.
In essence, you communicate that you’re able to’t take your eyes off the other person.
Compliment by Text
Can you compliment by text?
Just keep them fairly short, and avoid the use of text speak.
Try Ready-Made Compliments
Are you experiencing a drought of compliments in your household?
Make it easier on everyone by having ready-made compliments for people to grab and share.
Create a printable tear-off sheet with compliments that you might share.
Customize them for your family, and you will have fun sharing the compliments you devised together.
Use Technology for Compliments
There are even apps for giving compliments!
you’re free to try sharing compliments onsocial media sites.
Ask for an opinion, help with technology or advice about a troubling situation.
The other person will be flattered that you thought to ask him.
Start small by giving a simple compliment to someone whom you know well.
Work your way up from there toward more challenging types of compliments.
Over time, you will find that the act of giving compliments grows easier and more natural.
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