Compliments = instant mood booster

Forget “you look nice today.” Here’s how to deliver compliments that will REALLY make someone smile {NAME}, it’s time to share the love… Because it’s National Compliment Day! And to celebrate, I’m challenging you to give out genuine, meaningful compliments to at least three people today. This exercise won't just help make someone smile — it could actually put a little pep in your step, too. (After all, it’s no secret that acts of kindness can make us feel warm and fuzzy.) But of course, not all compliments are created equal. So today, I’m sharing a few things to keep in mind the next time you decide to share a little praise — just to make sure you’re delivering maximum happiness along with it. 1. Focus on personality. Researchers found people who received compliments about their character found it more meaningful than compliments about any other topic.1 So if you really want to make someone smile, start by acknowledging the personality traits that make them unique. This shows you really appreciate who they are on the inside. 2. Be sincere. Much of how we communicate is done through body language and tone. So if you’re giving someone a compliment that isn’t genuine, they’ll likely know you don’t mean it. Instead, make sure your praise comes from a truthful and sincere place. After all, everyone has qualities worth celebrating. Take time to recognize them rather than paying out a compliment that doesn’t hold weight. 3. Note the little things. The more specific your compliment is, the more meaningful it’ll sound. So while it’s always nice to hear someone thinks you’re smart, funny, or pretty, those compliments could apply to many people. Focus instead on specifics and make the compliment feel personalized. For example, does this person always give you insightful advice? Do they have an awesome talent you admire? Do you love their taste in music, a dish they made for you, or their eye for design? Pinpointing your compliment shows you’re paying attention, making your praise seem that much more genuine. Now when it comes time for you to receive a compliment, {NAME}... I urge you to accept it with grace, even if it feels strange. I know many of us have a knee-jerk reaction to deflect praise because we don’t want to come off as conceited or arrogant. And don’t get me wrong — humility is a lesson I instill in my own children… But it’s equally important to have the confidence to acknowledge your own strengths, and allow others to do the same. So on this National Compliment Day, take some time to recognize those around you — and allow yourself to receive a little admiration, too. After all, kind words are free. And I guarantee they’ll put a big smile on your face — whether you’re giving or receiving them. :) Your Beverly Hills MD, Dr. John Layke P.S. Receiving a powerful compliment can have a huge impact on our lives. It can give us the confidence we need to take the next step in our careers… Help us find friends who love and support us… Or even reveal a strength we never knew we had. So I want to know: what’s the best compliment you’ve ever received, and what effect did it have on your life? I hope reflecting on that memory will give you a little boost of confidence… And help you remember just how valued you are. Plus, I’ll get to learn a little more about you! So let me know by hitting “reply.” I can’t wait to read your response. :)  Source: 1. Bedosky, R., Schaefer, L., Kalafatis, A., & Weaver, M. (2018). The psychology of giving and receiving compliments. Retrieved January 24, 2023, from     This email was sent to {EMAIL} by jlayke@beverlyhills-md.com [Edit Profile]( | [Manage Subscriptions]( | [VIP Discounts]( | [Join Text Club]( | [Subscribe](  Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Group 436 N. Bedford Dr. Suite 214 Beverly Hills, CA 90210   [Report Spam](  These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Â