It's good to say nice things about other people.
John had a tough day at work and comes home to see his wife Mindy cooking dinner.
John wants to feel good about himself.
John confides in Mindy that he had a rough day and then tells her the food looks amazing.
John tells Mindy she shouldn't be cooking because she can't make anything tasty.
Mindy comforts John and feels closer to him and happy too.
Mindy feels sad and resents John and wonders if she'll cook again for him.