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Relationship Protocol: How Often Does He Compliment You?
There’s something extra meaningful when you get praise from a significant other. Of course, a compliment is always nice, but when it comes from your loved one, it tends to hold more meaning. That kind of positive energy really goes a long way in keeping the romance alive.
Dear Poll: Do You Like Getting Looks?
A little flattery can go a long way when it comes to boosting the ego, but even praise can get excessive sometimes. To be honest, I’ve never been a fan of the male gaze; no matter the guy, I just don’t like being stared at. My girlfriends see it as a form of flattery, but to me, being ogled is just too much.
You Asked: I Can't Accept a Compliment
Dear Sugar,
When someone compliments me, I get extremely uncomfortable and don't know what to say. I know it's all a matter of insecurity, but I don't see myself as insecure. I love my appearance and who I am on the inside, but for some reason I just cannot accept flattery.
What Do You Think About Guys Who Stare at Your Chest?
Many years ago, I had a first date with a guy I knew from college. While we talked over coffee, he kept glancing down at my chest. I wasn't wearing a tight or low-cut shirt, but he seemed pretty interested in my breasts.
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Mimicry Is The Highest Form Of Flattery
Dear Sugar, All of my life I have been interested in fashion. At the age of 6 I requested a subscription to Harper's Bazaar. It seems as if in any situation that I've been in (i.e.Do You Use Flattery to Break the Ice?
A few months ago I asked you all if you return a compliment when given one, and 71 percent of you said no. I also mentioned that flattering someone is a nice thing to do when breaking the ice, but now I want to pose a similar question in a different way: Do you ever compliment someone just to appease them, almost out of nervousness? Some of us do it as second nature because we know it feels good when people do it to us, but others aren't as forthcoming with accolades, especially to other women.
Want Someone to Like You? Subtly Imitate Them
OK, that sounds a little creepy, but it has been verified in research that people like others more when they mirror their mannerisms or actions. In other words, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and we like to be flattered.
Research has shown that waiters get bigger tips if they repeat the exact words back to customers who are ordering food, and participants in one study were even more altruistic after they were mimicked.
Imitation Is The Highest Form Of Flattery
Dear Sugar
One of my best friend's constantly copies every look of mine. She buys so many of the same clothes, shoes, bags, sunglasses as I do and she takes credit like her fashion sense is her own.
When we first met we had completely different styles.
Remembering Infomercial King Billy Mays
My favorite weird product spokesman, Billy Mays, passed away over the weekend. Known for his droll yet manic introductions ("Billy Mays here with another faan-tastic product"), this guy could pitch anything. Here he is going on and on about super-cleaner Kaboom, and if you're in an irreverent mood and believe that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, this hilarious send-up/homage proves there was only one Billy Mays.
CNN Host Gives the Wrong Kind of Compliment
This CNN host was all grins, giggles, and flattery when she pitched the show over to the news correspondent on location. But instead of directing our attention to the reporter, she sent us flying headlong into the wonderful world of produce aisle boob slang. It was an honest accident, I'm sure.
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