Reflect on a compliment
It boosts your mood and relationship security.
What You'll Do
Reflect on a compliment you received for 5 minutes.
Scientific Basis
Reframing a past compliment abstractly boosts feelings of relationship security among low self-esteem individuals by ~0.5 units, enhancing mood through perceived significance.
Marigold, H. L., Holmes, J. G., & Ross, M. (2007). More than words: Reframing compliments from romantic partners increases felt security for low-esteem individuals. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.The Science of Impact
Enhancing emotional security can lead to improved relationship satisfaction, particularly for individuals with low self-esteem.
Increased positivity from compliments can enhance overall mood and mental health.
This approach may serve as a low-cost intervention for improving self-esteem and emotional resilience.
Pro Tips
Reflect on a compliment you received for 5 minutes each week.
Write down three compliments you have received and their significance to you.
Share a compliment with a friend and encourage them to reflect on it.