EPISODE · Jun 8, 2025 · 13 MIN
92: Accepting Compliments - Why Can’t We Just Say Thank You?!
from The Rosie and Roula Show · host Roula Abou Haidar and Rosie Burrows
You know that awkward moment when someone gives you a compliment and instead of saying “thanks,” you spiral into excuses, self-deprecation, or telling them exactly where you bought it on sale? Yep. We’re talking about that.In this episode, we unpack: – Why accepting compliments feels so damn uncomfortableWhat you're really doing when you deflect or downplay praiseHow giving and receiving compliments can be a two-way joy-fest (without being weird)And the surprising power of just saying… “thank you”Roula shares a sweaty-palmed compliment story (spoiler: it went well), Rosie sets herself a public praise challenge, and Tilly the dog demands her own round of compliments.Next time someone says something nice about you: try not to run away. Just say thank you.Do you accept compliments like a pro or panic and change the subject?--------------------☕️ Buy us a coffee!🎙️ Send us a voice message🛍️ Buy some Rosie and Roula merch!--------------------⭐️ Leave us a review▶️ Follow us on Instagram and TikTok🎞️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel--------------------🎧 Check out Roula's podcast🎧 Check out Rosie's podcast
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You know that awkward moment when someone gives you a compliment and instead of saying “thanks,” you spiral into excuses, self-deprecation, or telling them exactly where you bought it on sale? Yep. We’re talking about that. In this episode, we unpack: – Why accepting compliments feels so damn uncomfortable What you're really doing when you deflect or downplay praiseHow giving and receiving compliments can be a two-way joy-fest (without being weird)And the surprising power of just saying… “tha...
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