How do you respond to a compliment?

[soulbabe]

I'm not used to getting compliments so when I do I only know how to say thank you very awkwardly? How should I be responding

[Crafteroon]

Just say "thanks". The things you shouldn't do is ask "why" or start to argue about the validity of the compliment.

Even if you don't agree with the compliment, just go with it. If you argue about their favorable opinion of you, it will end in disaster.

And if you ask "why", it comes across as you not believing what they are saying about you. So don't do that.

Thank you, very nice of you to say that, you're very kind. All great responses to say, if you believe it or not.

[lightbulb27]

I used to emotionally reject them and deflect because it did not align with how I felt… my early trauma.


I now accept them or ask more questions so I hear more positive details.


There is a trust element to this… if it feels manipulative you have to learn to handle without being manipulated

[Autember]

Depends on the compliment and the person. If it's about my physical looks, I'm always going to be in disbelief, think that' you're making fun of me...

if it's about like what I'm wearing, I like what I'm wearing too so I'll be enthusiastic about it haha

If it's about something I'm doing, most of the time I dont think I'm doing that great, but thanks anyway haha

[GreenEyesBrownHair]

An awkward thank you is better than my ex boyfriend's response. I was very attracted to him and very time I geniounly complimented him, he would say "yeah right" or "as if" or other insecure responses. It turned me off and made me think twice before I complimented him again.

Don't be my ex-boyfriend.

[Artificial Intelligence]

Ways to Respond to a Compliment

When someone pays you a compliment, it’s important to know how to respond in a way that is both professional and polite.

Here are a few tips on how to do just that:

1. Smile and say thank you. This is always a good way to start.

2. If the compliment is about your work, you can say something like, “I’m glad you like it.”

3. If the compliment is about your appearance, you can say something like, “Thank you, I feel great today.”

4. If you’re not sure how to respond, you can always just say, “Thank you, I appreciate it.”

5. Whatever you do, don’t downplay the compliment or brush it off. Accept it graciously and with a smile.

How to Respond to a Compliment Flirty

When it comes to responding to a compliment, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, be sure to thank the person for the compliment. Second, keep it short and sweet - there's no need to go into a long-winded explanation about why you're so great. And finally, if you're feeling flirty, you can add a little bit of flirtation to your response.

Here are a few examples of how to respond to a compliment flirty:

• Thank you! I appreciate the compliment.
• Thank you, I'm glad you think so!
• Thank you, you're too kind!
• Thanks, I think you're pretty great yourself!
• Thanks, I love compliments from you!

How Do You Respond to Compliments Politely

When someone pays you a compliment, it’s only natural to want to say something back. But, sometimes, it’s hard to know how to respond to a compliment in a way that sounds both polite and genuine.

Here are a few tips on how to respond to compliments politely:

1. Say “thank you.”

This is always a good place to start. It’s simple and gracious, and it shows that you appreciate the compliment.

2. Don’t downplay the compliment.

If someone says you did a great job, don’t say, “Oh, it was nothing.” Just say “thank you.”

3. Don’t fish for more compliments.

If someone pays you a compliment, resist the urge to fish for more compliments by saying things like, “Do you really think so?” or “What do you like best about it?” Just say “thank you” and move on.

4. Don’t make it about yourself.

If someone pays you a compliment, don’t turn it into an opportunity to talk about yourself. For example, if someone compliments your dress, don’t say, “Thanks, I just got it on sale.” Just say “thank you.”

5. Don’t compare yourself to others.

If someone pays you a compliment, don’t immediately start comparing yourself to others. For example, if someone says you’re a great singer, don’t say, “Oh, I’m not as good as Adele.” Just say “thank you.”

6. Don’t dismiss the compliment.

If someone pays you a compliment, don’t immediately dismiss it. For example, if someone says you’re beautiful, don’t say, “Oh, I don’t know about that.” Just say “thank you.”

7. Don’t argue with the compliment.

If someone pays you a compliment, don’t argue with them. For example, if someone says you’re smart, don’t say, “No, I’m not.” Just say “thank you.”

8. Don’t be vague.

If someone pays you a compliment, don’t be vague in your response. For example, if someone says you’re a great friend, don’t just say, “Oh, thanks.” Say “Thank you, I’m really glad to be your friend.”

9. Don’t forget to pay compliments yourself.

If someone pays you a compliment, don’t forget to pay them one back. Compliments are a two-way street, after all.

10. Have fun with it.

If someone pays you a compliment, don’t take yourself too seriously. Just have fun with it and enjoy the moment.

[melanieeeB]

I either just say "oh thaanks" - normally or I will say "Yeah i already knew haha just kidding thaanks"
And depending if I like something on them, I do give compliments back

[Still-alive]

Nice username

[melanieeeB]

Thaanks, yours is pretty funny tho

[Still-alive]

Thanks. there's some meaning behind mine though. ;) :P

[melanieeeB]

You wanna explain?

[Still-alive]

Ok its a bit dark but i like you so i will explain for you.

For about the longest time in my life i've struggled with confidence. i had virtually zero just about 3-4 years ago. By about 2019 i had a bit of a mental breakdown, i felt like i was going nowhere with my life, i wasn't doing well dating, i was struggling finding a good job, and i was bitter, angry jealous over everyone around me seemingly doing so much better that i was and... my mind just fucking snapped. i lost all sense of reality and time. i no longer knew who i was anymore. and i suspected everyone and everyting being in some kind of crazy game and conspiring against me... and so much to the point where i attempted to take my own life... several times. i tried to toss myself over a cliff, i was very tempted to consume poisonous chemicals, I almost drove over a cliff. and anoter time i was speeding around with my car just hoping a cop would stop me... and shoot my ass.

but despite ALL of that... i still made it. and early in 2021 i finally started coming back into reality. i started to see things clearly for the first time in ages. i found my soul so to speak. i knew who i was now and what my purpose in life is.

I am Still Alive. :)

[melanieeeB]

Yeah that is pretty dark, sorry that you had to go through this, It must have been awful but I'm glad you came out of it and I'm sure stronger than before too 🙏🏼 It's good that you're still alive and doing what makes you happy and keep going

[Still-alive]

Yes i feel very grateful for my life... and i no longer fear death... really for the most part im pretty fearless now. i guess staring into the abyss and walking away kinda... emboldens you in some way.

Anyways thanks for listening. you seem like a very genuine person. hope all goes well for you melanieeB :)

[melanieeeB]

Sure, I'm really always there if someone needs somebody to talk to. But like again I'm glad you're here and definitely you did got stronger because of that awful time in your life 🙏🏼 that's really awesome

[DenizLikesTennis]

I might be a positive person but I struggle with my inner conflicts. So when I receive a genuine compliment, I barely feel anything and take it as a statement. I need time to heal 😊 I have learned to be more appreciative and it got a little bit better.

[DenizLikesTennis]

At the end of the day, I compliment this person back

[ProVox]

Being a lead vocalist in bands since I was 15, I've had countless compliments, even on bad days. I still blush and feel like I can't thank them enough. Kind of the same when getting a Christmas gift you're really not excited about, but still very appreciative.

[Chazmatazz269]

Depends on the compliment.
If you compliment me on my job, I’ll probably respond with “I know!”.
If you compliment me on something else i’ve done well, i’ll probably say, “Thanx for noticing!”
If you compliment me on my appearance i’ll laugh.
If a compliment is obviously contrived, i’ll ignore it completely.

[Kori1236]

Awkwardly. I’m not good with compliments. They completely throw me off. With family I try to act casual but if a random stranger or coworker were to compliment me I find it awkward and try to say thank you but that’s just awkward too

[Mess96]

I say thank you and feel and act awkward. I don’t fully believe it and certain compliments from guys like about my body/looks make me feel uncomfortable. But if I like them then a lot of times I’ll give them a compliment back

[panda2712]

It makes me feel good and I get happy whenever I get a compliment to me it’s one of the best feelings so I smile and say thank you 😁 but I guess there has been times where it has been awkward and I’m like🤨 thank you?

[wheresmrcunnunglis]

I saw thank you in a chipper tone and pay them a compliment back. Not about to share my secrets on what I resort to if I can't find anything nice to compliment a person on though. 😂

[Blackcosmo]

Same I'm not used to them so I get embarrassed. I just smile and say thank you. There's nothing wrong with wha you're doing but if you don't smile then smile genuinely.

[IAteTwoFullHams]

Well, for example, if someone says

"You have a nice smile,"

You should say:

"Fuckin' A."

[soulbabe]

Very funny

[IAteTwoFullHams]

I mean, it would be, which would make me really dig her.

[soulbabe]

Normally if I'm complimented I'm at work and normally for something I'm doing

[IAteTwoFullHams]

Ah. Well then you should say "Thanks! I appreciate you!" in a loud and confident voice.

[soulbabe]

Lol I don't have one of those I don't say anything with confidence

[letuswaltzforthedead]

I just assume they're joking since I honestly doubt anyone would compliment me honestly. I'd just say "thank you" and move on.

[Faith18letsgo]

I like to say thank you and give them a genuine complement in return. Like if they the

[Faith18letsgo]

Like if they say, “thanks for washing the dishes, your so great.” “Well thank you for being an amazing chef and making me dinner.”

Just be sure not to diminish yourself.

[soulbabe]

My coworker is the one who complemented me

[Faith18letsgo]

Ooooo, what was the compliment? In that case I’d just say, “thanks for noticing!” *Big smile*

[soulbabe]

They told me that my skill as a cake decorator has improved greatly so quickly

[Faith18letsgo]

Awww! I’d just say, “awww! Thank you!” Also that’s a really cool job and a sweet compliment.

[soulbabe]

Yah not as cool as you think the other cake decorator is a back biter

[ElementoP]

If someone says "Wow, you're so beautiful!"

Say, "Yep! And I'm smart too."

[soulbabe]

I don't get those kind of compliments if I do they tend to be about my eyes but people tend to compliment my work a lot and I don't know how to respond to that kind of thing

[Zolly99999]

I don't many so most times I don't even notice the subtle ones. The obvious ones takes me a min to process.. Also it's different if it's a stranger or friends and family. Usually friends and family I consider fake..

[serious]

I don't. I just give a deaf ear to that. I totally dislike hearing any type of compliments.

[Chrysantenum95]

A simple thank you, with a smile while blushing ☺️☺️

[ochitougly]

A simple thank you that’s very sweet is enough! :) don’t overthink it!

[Midgetmcwidget]

Try and swerve it like I’m in the dodgeball film

[ZS007]

I don't know... Im with you on this it feels weird

[Telekinetic-Potato]

You should respond by saying "I know, thank you"