Posted by fiona on August 28, 2002, at 8:22:31
In reply to Re: compliments » *alii*, posted by Ted on August 28, 2002, at 0:03:39
Like Alii I was once told "when complimented just smile and say thank you". But it wasn't by my mother, but an ex boyfriend. He said that when someone gives you a compliment, they don't want it thrown back in their face, that would be terribly rude. That when someone compliments you they don't want to argue the point until it becomes awkward. After he told me that I took it on board and now when someone says something nice to me, I usually just thank them and smile, but inside I am cringeing and I want to vomit.
I guess I have a problem with my self esteem most of the time. But when I'm manic, now that's a different story...
:)
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