Do Tell: What's the Best Compliment You've Received?

March 2, 2007

We can be very critical of ourselves, ladies. And often we're quick to deflect a compliment, without letting it really sink in, without really feeling it sometimes. Are we worried we'll be perceived as conceited or self-centered? I keep wanting to really connect with compliments when I receive them, and I want to connect with the generosity of the person who's offered one! Recognition can be emotionally complicated for some of us, but it's also an important experience to let in.

Do tell, what was the most memorable or meaningful compliment you've ever received?

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twinmomof3 2 years 15 weeks

I realize there are many but I focus on the insults but one comes to mind that on my wedding day one of my guests, a person who usually never compliments anyone told me I was the most beautiful person they had ever seen and that I looked just like Snow White and I believe this to be sincere because I'd heard later she told everyone the same thing and she never tells anyone anything good. It warmed my heart.

happykid 4 years 13 weeks

reeveske - this might seem like a weird question, but are you lds?

Charlyparly 4 years 15 weeks

I am a nurse and was once caring for an elderly gentleman who I’d looked after for years and whose death was imminent. He knew he was going to die and asked me to sit with him until he had gone because I was “one of the kindest and most beautiful souls I’ve ever been fortunate enough to meet”

Charlyparly 4 years 15 weeks

pixiechick 6 years 9 weeks

My 3 year old nephew gave me the cutest compliment ever. He said "Tinkerbell is the prettiest girl in the whole world, but your prettier than her". It melted my heart.

vmruby 6 years 10 weeks

Thanks MOMO!!!I love kids and i hate knowing that there are some who go without christmas presents. Yeah she's an awesome kid and those were some of the sweetest words i've ever heard. I want to set a good example for her. Hopefully i am. :)

MCNALS 6 years 10 weeks

I still smile when I remember that 2 weeks ago, on a saturday afternoon at the gym, some woman was working with her trainer while i was lifting weights and listening to my music. I couldn't hear what she was saying, but she was pointing at me...I have somewhat low self esteem, so I immediately thought "this b**** is talking crap" so I took off my headphones and looked over, and she said "I just asked my trainer if she could make me look like you" It was the most heartwarming thing I have ever heard. I felt bad about thinking so negatively immediately, and wish she knew how much that little comment meant--and still means--to me. :)

MCNALS 6 years 10 weeks

I still smile when I remember that 2 weeks ago, on a saturday afternoon at the gym, some woman was working with her trainer while i was lifting weights and listening to my music. I couldn't hear what she was saying, but she was pointing at me...I have somewhat low self esteem, so I immediately thought "this b**** is talking crap" so I took off my headphones and looked over, and she said "I just asked my trainer if she could make me look like you"It was the most heartwarming thing I have ever heard. I felt bad about thinking so negatively immediately, and wish she knew how much that little comment meant--and still means--to me. :)

reeveske 6 years 11 weeks

The best compliement Ive ever recieved is one that I get on a regular basis-is that bragging? lol. anyways, i've always been told that I have a light in me, so to speak. People all say it in different ways, but thats basically it. It means a lot to me cause it's about who i am, and not my looks or anything like that.

My Opinion 6 years 11 weeks

man, I've gotten alot of compliments~never thought I'd say that cause you're right, it does seem like someone is conceited or whatever....My son calls me a hot mama :rotfl: I don't see what everyone else see's, I've been told I am beautifl my whole life..asked many times if I'v ever done any modeling, WATHA!!!!!!!???? got complimented by a highly respected model/talent scout and when I got 2 calls, one from N.Y. and one from N.C. interested in my voice and sport modeling and I wasn't home :( so they found someone else! :( um sugar friends on here have said things that I'll never forget about me being the best Aunt ever for my niece.......... vm* I LOVE THAT STORY!!!! I bet you had to sit down for a minute, that's really sweet of your daughter..out of the mouths of babes come the truth! :D Very nice of you to do that for less fortunate kids!

My Opinion 6 years 11 weeks

man, I've gotten alot of compliments~never thought I'd say that cause you're right, it does seem like someone is conceited or whatever....My son calls me a hot mama :rotfl: I don't see what everyone else see's, I've been told I am beautifl my whole life..asked many times if I'v ever done any modeling, WATHA!!!!!!!???? got complimented by a highly respected model/talent scout and when I got 2 calls, one from N.Y. and one from N.C. interested in my voice and sport modeling and I wasn't home :( so they found someone else! :( um sugar friends on here have said things that I'll never forget about me being the best Aunt ever for my niece..........vm* I LOVE THAT STORY!!!! I bet you had to sit down for a minute, that's really sweet of your daughter..out of the mouths of babes come the truth! :D Very nice of you to do that for less fortunate kids!

My Opinion 6 years 11 weeks

You could call this 'HORN TOOTIN' TIME'.. teehehehe

honey31 6 years 11 weeks

Lizatoad I have crying spurts one minute Im fine the next Im balling my eyes out.It sure is hard going througha loss I know many of you on here have also lost someone or even a beloved animal.I thank you girls for youre kind worrs they make me feel much better.

popgoestheworld 6 years 11 weeks

An good friend of mine told me recently he considers me to be one of the most confident women he's ever met, and that he admires that I'm never afraid to make up my own mind about things, and not let social pressure dictate what I do. I was amazed! How I have been deceiving him is beyond me, but hey, I guess if that's how he sees me I'll take it!

popgoestheworld 6 years 11 weeks

An good friend of mine told me recently he considers me to be one of the most confident women he's ever met, and that he admires that I'm never afraid to make up my own mind about things, and not let social pressure dictate what I do.I was amazed! How I have been deceiving him is beyond me, but hey, I guess if that's how he sees me I'll take it!

t0xxic 6 years 11 weeks

My Mikey has recently taking to saying "Mommy you Beaufull Mommy you Gangster"

Marci 6 years 11 weeks

I was a very anxious and not so great student as a result, all through grammar and high school so didn't go to college right away. I started working and then began going back to school at night and surprised myself by getting an A in every class. I took one particuarly challenging class at NYU and made a comment one night where one of the other students laughed and said, 'Well, you're the biggest brain in the class so of course YOU thought of that and nobody else." I was totally taken aback by the comment, and it's definitely my favorite compliment to date.

SparkleSugar 6 years 11 weeks

Before my boyfriend and I got together, he told me he admired how strong and independent I am. Now that we are together, he tells me that I'm beautiful, but that he loves my mind more than anything. Always makes me feel good!

missnomi 6 years 11 weeks

one day, my gran told me I was het favorite grandchild. it was completely out of character for her to say something like that, as the family had always been totally egalitarian, and there were at the time over twenty grandchildren. that night, she died, unexpectedly. I so cherish her remark. I still miss her, even though it was 8 years ago.

vmruby 6 years 11 weeks

Thanks Honey it's greatly appreciated.........

LizaToad 6 years 11 weeks

honey - that's really sad... are you doing ok?

honey31 6 years 11 weeks

Thank you so much vmruby you are sweet.I also send my condolences to you for you re loss.

vmruby 6 years 11 weeks

Oh Honey, I am so sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, i know only too well exactly how painful it is to lose a parent.My heartfelt condolences to you and your family......

honey31 6 years 11 weeks

I meant to say its not cheesy its so sweet lol I cant write to well can I.My brain is scrambled I'm still in shock losing my Dad.

honey31 6 years 11 weeks

Thank you so much for explaining that to me Stefapie.Awwww its cheesy lizatoad its very sincere that's what counts!