How do you, personally, do it?
2006-11-09 11:04:40 · 34 answers · asked by truthyness 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Thank You is the catch-all for compliments. Even if you don't agree, at least acknowledge that you have received one and say thank you, because the person who gave it meant it.
2006-11-09 11:07:35 · answer #1 · answered by Cmom 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Simply say thank you, and if appropriate add a comment.
I have an old sweater that I love. People are always complimenting on it. It's really old from the 60's. I say, thank you, I really love it too. You won't see one like this unless someone makes it, as this one was made by my Aunt in the 60's and I just love it!
A lot of women make the mistake of saying, oh this old thing, which makes the person who compliments you feel awful for having bothered to offer a compliment.
Between two extremes, find the middle ground on which you can stand comfortably in accepting compliments graciously.
2006-11-13 14:28:35 · answer #2 · answered by yogarani108 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Put on a great big smile and say, "Oh, well, thank you!"
Whatever you do, don't contest a compliment. If someone compliments you on a dress, don't say, "Oh, this old thing? I've had this lying around for years..." If someone's kind enough to compliment you, don't insult them by implying that their judgement is impaired.
2006-11-09 11:28:35 · answer #3 · answered by OodlesofNoodles 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I genuinely love it when I get compliments, so I never really think about what to say.. I just respond with out thinking I guess.
2006-11-09 11:13:10 · answer #4 · answered by Val 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess say "thank you"
I'm not good at it though. My husband says I always find a way to turn in around. Like he'll say "You look nice today" and then I'll say somthing stupid like "Oh, so I look bad every other day!?"
I think this stems from mother issues. Her compliments would be like " Oh, if your skirt was 1 inch longer, you would look very nice."
2006-11-10 04:05:42 · answer #5 · answered by kermit 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I used to have trouble accepting compliments. because I grew up accustomed to criticism. believe it or not, when I finally decided to take control of my life/health and joined Weight Watchers, they also helped changed my attitude as well as improve my health.
I smile and say "thank you!"
2006-11-09 15:13:47 · answer #6 · answered by redcatt63 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what the compliment is for, but basically, "Thank you" and a big SMILE.
2006-11-14 03:06:47 · answer #7 · answered by LindaO 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just say thank for the compliment. Simply as that !!!!
2006-11-13 22:13:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Acknowledge the compliment and graciously say, "Thank you" with a smile.
2006-11-09 11:08:05 · answer #9 · answered by Sweetie 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Thank you very much and say it with a smile
2006-11-09 15:32:27 · answer #10 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋