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I’m Amazing! And So Are You!

Posted by Jennifer at 2:20 pm

If someone were to stop you and say, “You look beautiful, that color looks great on you,” what would your reaction be? Most women would probably say something along the lines of, “Oh no, I don’t even like this shirt” or “I think it makes me look fat.” Why is it so hard to simply accept a compliment? I used to be the worst at taking compliments, that is until I figured out that if I never thought anything good about myself, then neither would anyone else. Now, my daily motto is, “I’m amazing!” Seriously, ask my friends.

All kidding aside, it really does take thinking that you’re pretty great in order to be able to simply say, “Thanks!” when receiving a compliment. Being positive about yourself and believing in yourself is the key to getting what and where you want. Whether it’s a job, significant other, or ideal weight, it all starts on the inside. Instead of listing all the reasons why you can’t get to your goals, why not list the reasons why you can reach them?

I recently put a co-worker up to a challenge. I could tell right away that she has a beautiful heart and truly believe she deserves to have nothing but goodness around her. However, it was always difficult to give her a compliment! No matter what I would say, she would always have some argument for why it couldn’t possibly be true. I finally told her to stop and simply say, “Thank you.” Therefore, for the month of October, she is not allowed to argue a compliment, whether it comes from me or anyone else.

My hope is that she realizes just how beautiful she really is, both inside and out. There’s no need for lots of makeup, expensive clothes, fancy perfumes, or designer handbags, all she needs is to surround herself with positive thoughts. The same goes for all of us, too. Once we feel beautiful on the inside, everyone else will be able to see it on the outside.

Photo credits: Ruling Cats and Dogs and MrSikhNet.com

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Comments (11)

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  1. Lollie Shopping

    October 17, 2008 at 3:59 pm

    I completely agree. Wonderfully positive post. I’d also like to add that saying anything other than “Thank you” when receiving a compliment can sometimes come off as rude. When I compliment someone and receive a thank you, you can bet I will compliment her again. But for someone who replies, “Really? I thought I looked fat,” I take that as not being grateful for the compliment and commit to staying away from that person all together.

  2. Jacquie

    October 17, 2008 at 5:04 pm

    Thank you for the wonderful kind words! I am starting to feel better about myself. Your advice has helped me more than you will ever know. Thank you so much!

  3. Pat

    October 19, 2008 at 11:06 am

    This has got to be one of the most wonderful items I have read. Now, could be PMS or whatever else, but I do believe this is one of the greatest things a freind could do for the other.
    Put it right out there for her and make her see how wonderful she is. Especially one woman to another. Because face it ladies, sometimes we are not very kind to one another for some odd reason.
    I think it was very kind of you to do this for your friend.
    I, here and now promise that I too amd going to do that for a few of my own friends.
    Thank you for the great idea.

    Pat

  4. Pat

    October 19, 2008 at 11:07 am

    PS…
    reason i said PMS…
    it brought a little tear to my eyes. i was moved.

  5. Jennifer

    October 20, 2008 at 3:30 pm

    Thanks for the comments! I hope everyone takes something positive from this, we all deserve to feel as beautiful on the inside as we do on the outside. And Jacquie…..SMILE!

  6. Stinkerella

    October 21, 2008 at 6:42 pm

    Thanks Scumbelina, but of course as you already know– every Jessica is Amazing. Just ask your sister.

  7. Jacquie

    October 27, 2008 at 9:09 am

    :)

  8. Heather

    October 31, 2008 at 6:10 pm

    i definately agree with this! when im at school, so many girls say they are fat or ugly or other bad comment on themselves. when in reality they are very pretty. im going to start trying this and telling my friends about it.

  9. Elana

    November 4, 2008 at 4:43 pm

    Yup, Jennifer. A fabulous article…once again! ;)

    It’s like what Stuart Smalley says: “Cause I’m good enough, I’m smart enough, and doggonnit, people like me!” Check him out, I love this character: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvgMIerTXl4

  10. Ali

    December 12, 2008 at 10:47 am

    I’m very proud!!! Nice job always.

  11. andrea

    January 12, 2009 at 10:41 pm

    what a wonderful article!
    :)

    It’s those little compliments people give out as well as recieve
    That can brighten someone’s day as well as be comfortable with who they are and how they look

    :)

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