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The Power of a Compliment
Author: Gigi09.23.2009
Hello Bombshell!! So you’ve decided that you just might want to be a Bombshell…good for you!! Today we learn about the COMPLIMENT. For those of you that give heartfelt compliments to yourself and others everyday–you are already well on your way to Bombshell fabulosity, so read this for review. To those new to this amazing Bombshell world, WELCOME!!
Okay girlfriend, honesty here. When is the last time you paid someone a delicious compliment? I mean a DELICIOUS compliment, not the “Nice outfit Susie” kind of compliment. The kind I’m talking about is the kind that makes someone’s day–like “Girlfriend you look FABULOUS today!!” said with a genuine smile that lets your fellow Bombshell know she matters to you. If you haven’t done that in a while (or ever)…today’s the day! No time like the present to step up your Bombshell!! Are you groaning because saying a compliment like that “just isn’t you”? That is quite alright my dear…that is just your fear talking. That is the old you…the you that couldn’t step out of your uncomfort zone. The new you is ready to take it on and do it!! And guess what? You can even do it scared. Anything worth doing is worth being scared about. ANYTHING. Start today with yourself. Look right into the mirror and say with enthusiasm “Hello Gorgeous!!” It’s okay if you don’t feel gorgeous this minute–you are learning a new way of life and it takes lots of practice. I recommend this mirror exercise to be a part of your everyday routine. Really. Trust me–it works. You will be amazed at the power it gives you to speak kindly to the shell that houses your soul.
Okay, now you are ready to share your Bombshell fabulosity! If you must, tell your compliment to a perfect stranger– she won’t know that this is your first attempt at a Bombshell compliment. And please don’t worry if she doesn’t know how to respond to you…she is dealing with her own fears as well. Speaking of responses, when a Bombshell RECEIVES a compliment, she smiles a big smile and says “THANK YOU!!” She doesn’t say “Oh this old thing?” or “No way!! I look awful!!” We’ve all been there–paid someone a great compliment and her reply just zaps all the juice out of you–definitely not Bombshell. Remember that giving and RECEIVING a compliment are equal gifts….and a Bombshell knows how to do both. Some people go weeks, months, YEARS without giving or hearing a single compliment–how sad is that?? One thing about genuine, heartfelt compliments–it fills the giver’s bucket just as full (if not more full) than the receiver’s bucket. So what’s your plan? Who are you going to bless with your Bombshell fabulosity TODAY? XOXO Gigi Belmonico
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:44 am
Hi Gigi!! Great post on showing folks how to give and receive!! I look forward to your posts, been stopping by here quite often to see what you have going on. Very excited to step into my BOMBSHELL FABULOSITY!!
Take care and keep ‘em coming!
Roonie~
September 24th, 2009 at 11:45 am
Fabulous post!! Juicy compliments are the best kind….those that are genuine and those that make you walk taller in your four inch heels!!
Glad I stumbled upon your blog…..will keep reading!
Becky
September 24th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
What an amazingly lovely post. It so blessed me. I have no problem giving juicy compliments to others however; the need to practice on myself is great. I’m starting today.
Love you Bombshell,
Carmen
September 24th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
Roonie THANK YOU Bombshell!! How awesome that you are stepping into your Bombshell fabulosity!! It’s fun isn’t it?? Thank you for stopping by and for all your love and support!! Love you! XOXO Gigi
September 24th, 2009 at 3:52 pm
Becky THANK YOU!! What a honey you are!! Yes, juicy compliments are the best best best kind. I thank you again for YOURS!! Thank you for stopping by and please stay tuned for more!! XOXO Gigi
September 24th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
Carmen THANK YOU my dear!! My goodness~ your comment brought tears to my eyes. We women must learn to love ourselves enough to compliment ourselves as we would someone we dearly dearly love! And I dearly love you too Bombshell!! Thank you for everything my friend. XOXO Gigi
September 24th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
I love this! I’ve always made an effort to make sincere compliments to people, because I soooo appreciate a genuine one!
There are so many times when I’ll see someone and think… Oh, she changed her hair… it makes her eyes sparkle….
But it never occurs to me to say it out loud
Now I try very hard to listen to myself and forward my positive thoughts on! Thank you!!!
September 24th, 2009 at 4:32 pm
Thank you Marianne!! What a great point you bring up–that we often THINK a compliment but don’t SAY the compliment!! That is a great lesson for us all…when we think of something wonderful about someone, just SAY it!! Thank you again–I appreciate you so much Bombshell!! XOXO Gigi
September 24th, 2009 at 6:52 pm
Gigi! This is great! Way to empower women!! I love to find reasons to compliment people… talk about making EVERYONE feel awesome.
XOXO
Kristen
September 24th, 2009 at 7:19 pm
Kristen THANK YOU Bombshell!! Thank you. You sound like a Bombshell already!! You are RIGHT ON–it makes EVERYONE feel awesome!! Thank you for stopping by! All the very best to you~XOXO Gigi
September 24th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
Great post Gigi. You laid that out so simply and clearly. Your words mirror that look of yours. Confident, delicious… and owning it.
September 24th, 2009 at 9:56 pm
Thank you JP!! I appreciate YOUR delicious compliments to ME!! Whew. Thank you!! XOXO Gigi
October 11th, 2009 at 10:16 pm
That’s a great tip… a delicious compliment! You will definitely make someone’s day!
October 12th, 2009 at 10:09 pm
Good compliments are good manners! Thank you for bringing up such a great point!
January 5th, 2010 at 1:35 am
It’s been a long time since I’ve gotten that kind of compliment. Years. But then, I’m a stay at home mom. I don’t get out much.
I always compliment people when I can, and I believe you are right. It’s almost a better experience for me than it is for the person I’m giving the compliment to.
I think women would be far more empowered if we would stop putting each other down and judging each other, and start complimenting each other and finding the things we really enjoy about the other person. You have to celebrate the unique things in different people. It’s what makes us human!
January 13th, 2010 at 2:39 pm
You are a Bombshell in every way Tiffany! It is vitally important to give and accept compliments…lots of them! It becomes easier as one seeks out and sees the good in people. It doesn’t mean that giving lots of compliments should come across as phony…not at all…it is just that when you are looking for the good in people it is all around them!
I too stayed home with our children and we often played games where we had to say something nice about the other one! It got them into the habit of seeing good in other people even when they “didn’t feel like it”!
You are right on…it is WAY more empowering to compliment women and celebrate who they are instead of tearing them down. There is a LOT of power in a compliment…not only to the receiver but the giver as well.
Thank you again for your awesome comments~I appreciate you SO much! XOXO Gigi Belmonico