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Gratitude Rejector Scrooge
Gratitude RejectorYou are a gratitude rejector, which means that you avoid compliments by outright denying them as false and untrue. Think of this like saying "um, nope, you've got that all wrong." Although this might seem like humility, it is actually a pretty good sign that you struggle with accepting and delighting in compliments and gratitude. It is important to remember that the person giving a compliment or gratitude is also anticipating the joy and satisfaction of watching you get joy from the compliment. Put another way: Gratitude is a gift that is given and received. When you do not get joy and satisfaction from a compliment, praise or gratitude, you are depriving the other person of their moment of joy too. What is Holding You Back from Getting Joy from Gratitude and Compliments? Here is a formula that might work for you. 1. Start with a warm, well-intentioned, and heart-felt "Thank You."Say this while you smile, make eye-contact, and follow it with a pause to let the thank you sink in. Try this: "Thank you." 2. Try not to add anything elseJust let it go with the thank you and do nothing else. 3. If you have to say something, try to embellish the details a little to engage the compliment-giver in a nice exchange. If you want to stop dismissing compliments and praise and start enjoying them more, you can embellish with some interesting facts and details to engage and interest the compliment-giver. Try this: “Thank you. When I was doing the research for the presentation, I was delighted to find that, John Smith, one of the world’s experts lives right here town! Isn't that interesting? ”Read more about Gratitude ScroogesNot being able to get joy and satisfaction from compliments, praise and gratitude is one of the key dysfunctions in Impostor Syndrome. If you think you might have IMPOSTOR SYNDROME, you can visit my website to learn more about it. Learn More About Impostor Syndrome