We all love a good compliment. Nothing lifts our spirits more than having someone say something sweet to us. For many, compliments help lift our self-esteem. It can make us wonder if animals have the ...

A few weeks ago, I wrote about how to give and take criticism well. As important as that is for getting along with others, one skill does supersede it: the ability to give compliments. The quality of ...

As my new book, Ditch the Ditty: Doing What Matters Instead of Doing It All, debuted and compliments started rolling in, my inner critic quietly pulled up a seat and muttered, "Let’s not get carried ...

A few kind words can change someone’s outlook, and National Compliment Day celebrates those brief exchanges that stick longer ...

Compliments can reduce anxiety about talking to strangers and the potential for negative reactions, which can be a barrier to giving compliments. Compliments can also increase self-esteem and ...

National Compliment Day on Jan. 24 gives everyone a chance to finally say the nice things instead of letting them sit quietly in their heads. Compliments pass easily, from quick callouts at work to ...