What Do Thousands of Dollars Worth of Compliments Look Like?

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Compliments are powerful and very valuable.

When was the last time you received a compliment?

When was the last time you gave a compliment?

Studies show that receiving a compliment has the same positive effect as receiving cash.

So, here’s a few dozen compliments that suddenly seem very powerful and extremely valuable.

You look amazing today.

You are one smart cookie.

You must make babies smile.

You have great manners.

I like your style.

You have a delightful laugh.

I appreciate everything you do.

You are the most perfect you there is.

You are strong.

Your perspective is smart and refreshing.

You’re an awesome friend.

You light up this room.

You deserve a hug.

You should be proud of yourself.

You’re more helpful than you realize.

You have a great sense of humor.

You’ve got all the right moves!


Your kindness is a balm to all who encounter it.

You’re all that and a super-size bag of chips.

On a scale from 1 to 10, you’re an 11.

You are brave.


You have the courage of your convictions.

Aside from food. You’re my favorite.


You make a difference.

You’re like sunshine on a rainy day.

You bring out the best in other people.

You are a great listener.


Everything would be better if more people were like you!

I bet you sweat glitter.

You were cool before hipsters were cool.

That color is perfect on you.

Hanging out with you is a blast.


You smell so good.

Being around you makes everything better!

When you say, “I meant to do that,” I believe you.


Colors seem brighter when you’re around.


You’re wonderful.

Jokes are funnier when you tell them.


Your bellybutton is adorable.

Your hair looks stunning.

You are one of a kind!

You are inspiring.

You should be thanked more often. So, thank you!!

Our community is better because you’re in it.


You have the best ideas.

You always know how to find that silver lining.

Everyone gets knocked down, but you always get back up and keep going.

You’re a candle in the darkness.

You’re a great example to others.

Being around you is like being on a happy little vacation.

You always know just what to say.



You could survive a Zombie apocalypse.

You’re more fun than bubble wrap.

When you make a mistake, you fix it.


You’re great at figuring stuff out.

Your voice is magnificent.


You’re like a breath of fresh air.


You’re so thoughtful.

Your creative potential seems limitless.

You’re irresistible when you blush.


Somehow you make time stop and fly at the same time.


You seem to really know who you are.

Any team would be lucky to have you on it.

In high school, I bet you were voted “most likely to keep being awesome.”

I bet you do the crossword puzzle in ink.

Babies and small animals probably love you.

There’s ordinary, and then there’s you.

You’re someone’s reason to smile.

How do you keep being so funny and making everyone laugh?

You have a good head on your shoulders.

Has anyone ever told you that you have great posture?

The way you treasure your loved ones is incredible.

You’re really something special.

You’re a gift to those around you.

And finally,

May the holidays bring you peace and joy.

Complimentary Coaching Conversation

After a public shaming over a business mistake, I lost everything. Over the next four years, I fought my way back to hope, joy, and a vision for the future. Today, my mission is to help others who, just like me, had been knocked to the ground by personal or professional failure.

Each month, I create a handful of opportunities to show up for hurting individuals who are serious about radically changing their life. I provide judgment-free conversation that helps you stop feeling like a failure.
