MCC Daily Tribune
National Compliment Day
On January 24, celebrate National Compliment Day by going all out with praise. The power of a compliment is pretty remarkable: either giving or receiving one can boost your happiness and confidence — making the act a win-win. You never know when someone could use some good vibes, so spread the positivity by giving someone a reason to smile!
NATIONAL COMPLIMENT DAY BY THE NUMBERS
40% — the percentage of compliments accepted by women.
22% — the percentage of women who accept compliments from other women.
61% — the percentage of women who say compliments embarrass them.
47% — the percentage of women who say compliments make them uncomfortable.
55% — the percentage of women who say they don’t want to draw attention to themselves through compliments.
38% — the percentage of women who think the words weren’t meant sincerely.
63% — the percentage of men who accept compliments.
NATIONAL COMPLIMENT DAY ACTIVITIES
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Compliment a stranger
Complimenting friends and co-workers on National Compliment Day is a given, but step out of your comfort zone and compliment people you don’t even know. Gas station attendants, Starbucks baristas, bank tellers, the grumpy worker at the DMV — everyone's worthy of receiving a compliment!
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Spread the good vibes on social media
Even though an in-person compliment may seem more genuine, what matters is making people feel good about themselves. Be sure to use the hashtag #NationalComplimentDay to reach more of them.
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Challenge friends, family and coworkers
See if you can get friends and family to compliment at least one person. Spreading good cheer is contagious.
5 OF THE BEST MOVIE COMPLIMENTS EVER
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"Anchorman"
Ron Burgundy: “You’re like a miniature Buddha, covered in hair.”
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“The Help”
Aibileen: “You is kind, you is smart, you is important.”
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"Elf"
Buddy: "You have such a pretty face, you should be on a Christmas card!”
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“Jerry Maguire”
Jerry: “You complete me.”
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“Christmas Vacation”
Clark Griswold: “My cousin in-law, whose heart is bigger than his brain, is innocent.”
WHY WE LOVE NATIONAL COMPLIMENT DAY
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It can build confidence
Receiving a compliment can certainly brighten your day. Having someone notice positive traits can instantly make you stand a littler taller and walk more confidently.
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Anyone has the ability to celebrate
Unlike Christmas, where you’re stressing out about spending money on gifts, compliments are free. Plus, anyone can give a compliment — regardless of what's in your bank account.
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Compliments work — in the workplace
Here's some helpful advice for bosses and supervisors: Compliments are a powerful way to motivate continued employee efforts. Studies show that rewarding a person with either compliments or money activate the same area of the brain. Thus, compliments can increase on-the-job performance.
Sarah Benedict
MCC Wellness Council
01/24/2023