World Compliment Day

World Compliment Day is a worldwide holiday that allows you to give someone a smile and lift their spirits with one or more words. A compliment is a kind of verbal tool that gives the opportunity to express approval, respect for a person, admire their qualities, and so on. It’s always a pleasure. Receiving a compliment makes you smile, lifts your mood, and even makes you a little more confident. The holiday is annually on March 1.

History

The first Compliment Day was a local celebration, held in the Netherlands in 2001 at the initiative of a man named Hans Poortvliet. Gradually, the holiday was picked up by neighboring countries and then spread worldwide. In 2010, it was decided to hold World Compliment Day, increasing the popularity of this holiday significantly and reaching countries all over the globe.

Hans himself says that a compliment is the best way to tell a person that they are great at something or even just to note how good they look. A compliment costs nothing, but it works better than any gift. A few sincere words can do a lot: they give a smile, make people believe in themselves, lift their spirits, energize, and give motivation for future achievements.

Interesting facts

• The main rule of compliments is that they must be sincere and brief. Otherwise, people may perceive them as flattery.
• Compliments should only be given in a positive mood. It is necessary to charge other people with your energy!
• Psychologists say that people who are very rarely complimented in life are often too demanding of themselves, withdrawn, and often have low self-esteem. However, too many compliments can make a person overly proud and selfish.

How to celebrate

It doesn’t matter how you want to celebrate World Compliment Day. The main thing is to say a few nice words to family and friends or even just strangers. Feel how important compliments can be to each of us.

Go to work in a good mood, support your colleagues, and give a smile. You’ll feel the work atmosphere become brighter and less stressful.

Spread the word on social media. Ask other users how often they give or receive compliments.

When is World Compliment Day in 2025?

World Compliment Day is associated with the anticipation of happiness and joy. It is observed on March 1st each year.

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