Why it's so hard to accept compliments
Why it's so hard to accept compliments  
Podcast: Life Kit
Published On: Tue Jul 15 2025
Description: Receiving praise can feel good. But it can also feel uncomfortable. Should you say something nice back? Brush it off? Make a self-deprecating comment? Many of us were never taught how to accept compliments, but there's science to back up the benefits of receiving and giving kudos.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy