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Psychological impact of compliments

Overview

Psychological research and expert advice highlight the impact of compliments on self-esteem and interpersonal relationships. Experts note that individuals with high self-worth typically accept praise with a simple “thank you,” while those with lower self-esteem may minimize or deny compliments.

To foster effective communication, specialists recommend that praise be personalized, spontaneous, and selfless rather than manipulative. Guidance suggests avoiding comments on physical changes or weight, opting instead for expressions of appreciation for a person’s presence or specific traits.

Research from the Heidelberg Institute for Medical Psychology indicates that the act of giving and receiving compliments provides positive emotional rewards for both parties. A 2023 study of heterosexual couples demonstrated that both giving and receiving praise triggers similar positive brain activity in both men and women.

Entities

The Gottman Institute · Monika Eckstein · Marie Lorch · Heidelberg Institute for Medical Psychology

Timeline

  1. about 2 hours ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Psychology of compliments and their emotional impact

    Therapists and psychologists discuss the importance of selfless compliments, noting that both giving and receiving them provides emotional rewards for both men and women.

  2. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Psychology of compliments and their impact on self-esteem

    Psychologists explain that reactions to compliments reflect self-esteem, noting that effective appreciation relies on personalization and specific observations rather than generic praise.

Sources

2013.lifefestival.pl · dk-online.de · europeonline-magazine.eu · kobieta.gazeta.pl · noz.de