Why is accepting compliments uncomfortable?

There are three factors happening here, feeding into one another endlessly to make it hard to accept compliments: low self-esteem, cognitive dissonance, and high expectations. It goes like this: you don’t think much of yourself, for whatever reason. Either way, you have low self-esteem.

How do you say thank you without being cocky?

Accept compliments with magical words that have worked for compliments past, present, and future: “Thank you.” Variations include “Thank you, I appreciate the comment,” “Thank you, it’s kind of you to say,” or “Thank you, it was a pleasure to be involved.” It’s almost like a dance; your partner initiates (compliment) …

How do you accept a compliment even if it’s from yourself?

Keep it short and sweet, with responses like: “Thank you, I’m glad you said that,” or “I appreciate your noticing, thank you for letting me know.” No word vomit or undermining allowed.

How do you respond to a thank you humbly?

Ways of accepting someone’s thanks – thesaurus

1. you’re welcome. phrase. used in reply to someone who has thanked you.
2. no problem. phrase.
3. not at all. phrase.
4. don’t mention it. phrase.
5. it’s no bother. phrase.
6. (it’s) my pleasure. phrase.
7. it’s/that’s all right. phrase.
8. it’s nothing/think nothing of it. phrase.

How do you respond when someone gives you a compliment?

Graciously accepting a compliment can be humbling. Once you know how to respond, you just have to remember two words. Accepting a compliment isn’t conceited. You don’t need to respond negatively. When someone gives you a compliment, the best response is a simple “thank you.” Gratitude is a humbling response.

How do you thank someone for a compliment without being awkward?

1. Thank you. It’s straightforward, but it gets the job done! Simply saying “thank you” gets across everything you need to. It’s your way of saying you’ve accepted their compliment and you can move on and continue the conversation without any awkwardness. Sometimes there’s just no need to overthink it.

What does it mean to accept compliments well?

Accepting compliments well indicates security in who you are and what you’ve accomplished. Compliments are inspiration. You’re receiving a blessing from someone. Make a point to give out compliments to give blessings to others.

What do you do when someone gives you a fake compliment?

If it’s a fake compliment, brush it off. There are plenty of people who love and respect you and genuinely want to make you feel good. Do your best to accept the real compliments without getting flustered or awkwardly throwing compliments back at them.