We all like being compliments, don’t we? Be it at the office for our work or at home for being the good parent, children or spouse that we are. At least that’s the impression most of us have in our minds.
A compliment after all is validating your work. It shows that the people around you appreciate your efforts. And while you may not succeed every time, a compliment will motivate you to try again and do better. Think of them as verbal appraisals in your life.
While we do like to receive compliments time and again, how many times do we actually pay it forward? Moreover, how many times do we actually compliment the women in our lives?
Your mum, wife, sister, daughter – so many women wanting a good thought to come from you. Their efforts are being recognised and you making the effort to tell them that you appreciate them.
So, a compliment is all about making the effort to make one. And it is a powerful tool in life. So, make the effort when it matters because it does make a difference.
In fact, to help you take the first step with this, here are 11 compliments women love to hear that you should tell them.
11 Compliments Women Love To Hear
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1. “You’re a great mum.”
A mum’s heart will melt upon hearing this. Years of sacrifice, sleepless nights, care, nurturing and more gone into raising you. It’s easy to forget all the sacrifices she made but it’s all forgiven when you choose to compliment her today.
Doesn’t matter if you are a five-year-old or a 50-year-old, compliment your mum. She’ll love it. And if you can, compliment her as often as possible.
2. “I’m so proud of you.”
Be it your hardworking mum, wife, sister, or even a friend. Tell them this time and again, and you are bound to win them over.
It’s one of those compliments women love to hear that gives them the much-needed validation to try harder. More so, in the patriarchal society that we live in where it’s easier to put down women.
When you, as a man, compliment their achievements, you are empowering them to fight harder and break glass ceilings in whatever they do. Be that person in the lives of your women.
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3. “I love the way you think.”
Sometimes it’s easy to shut someone down just because they don’t seem to be the smartest person in the room. Sadly, we’ve been conditioned to believe that women are those people.
But you know better women can do everything and even better in most cases. And a great way to tell them this is by giving them this compliment.
Doesn’t matter if this is at home or office, whether you have a relationship with that person or not. Make the effort to drop a compliment when you like something they say.
4. “I love how motivated you are.”
Some mums want the best for the family. Be it your own mum or your wife, who’ll do everything from managing the home to being actively involved in your child’s academics. At the same time, they excel at work too. Super mums right?
Of course, it comes with its fair share of stress and anxiety and that’s why few words of compliments will certainly help boost their morale.
Acknowledging their hard work is a great way to show support and you should be that person at every chance you get in the lives of the women around you.
5. “Your best is great.”
Yes, your spouse has grown up to be an independent woman. She’s listened to her parents, got a good education, makes time for exercise and worked her way to where she is.
And even then, your partner may have days where she may feel inadequate. It happens to the best of us and your spouse may be no different.
She may not share it with you but do take the time out and tell her this time and again. Her best is more than enough to work things out. Especially when your spouse is having a bad day and needs you to be her support system.
This compliment is a reassurance for her to do it all again the next day. It’s like a pick-me-up sundae on a gloomy day.
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6. “You’re so funny.”
When your woman makes puts a smile on your face, tell her this. A relationship without laughs is not entertaining at all.
Having a similar sense of humour, be it dark or wicked, actually strengthens bonds as individuals and nothing better than sharing a few laughs with your significant other.
So go on, tell her that you find them funny. And see your relationship blossom as she smiles back.
7. “You’re a fighter.”
Remember the time when the lady in your life became the ultimate badass. Whether she fought for you, birthed a child or simply stood up for herself. Yes, at that moment, she became a fighter.
She doesn’t need to be an Amazonian or look like Gal Gadot. She is a ‘wonder woman’ even without the powers. So make sure to tell her that when you can.
8. “You be you.”
Sometimes the women in your life tend to hide behind the different roles they play. Mum, wife, daughter-in-law. You’re trying to please everyone and that can cause an identity crisis.
But you know your partner. That’s the one you fell in love with. So remind her that.
Tell them that you love them for who they are and they should never change themselves for anything. It’s a silent reassurance your partner would appreciate.
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9. “I learn from you every day.”
A relationship is all about teamwork. Its exchanging ideas, duties, responsibilities, laughs and even profanities at times. And all of that helps you grow as a person individually.
Your partner should be your voice of reason, your support system and your biggest cheerleader. They can be your teacher and your student, and it’s this give and take that makes your life special.
So, tell them how you feel about their advice. It’s one of the simple yet beautiful compliments women love to hear.
10 “You’re my person.”
It’s been a few years into the marriage. The kids are around and both of you are busy with your work and home chores.
It’s easy then to forget the person you fell in love with. The butterflies during the courtship period and the wait before building a life together.
Amidst all the chaos in our lives, it can be easy to forget the importance of your partner’s presence in your life.
Don’t take it for granted. Go to your partner, look them in the eye and tell them this. It’s a reminder that they are still very much at the centre of your universe.
11. “Thank you.”
Sounds simple? It is. And yet we never say it to the women closest to us.
You can change that now. Appreciate the effort of every woman in your life and tell them these two words.
Not for preparing the food today, not for cleaning the house, and not for handling your tantrums. But for doing so all of that all day, every day, no questions asked.
A simple thank you for being a mum to your kids, for being a friend, a companion, a critic, and so much more.
It’s all about telling your women that their contributions hold value. These are just some of the compliments women love to hear. A gesture they will appreciate more than you realise.
Source: Fatherly
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