If I can‘t find anything to say I usually will compliment their outfit, glasses, jewelry/piercings, tattoos, anything. This has saved me many awkward silences bc people love to talk about the meaning or where they got a certain item. And also has been my gateway into introducing myself to many cool-looking strangers. :)
May 21, 2025
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this is A life hack I learned at age 6 when I complimented a grocery store clerk’s earrings and she blushed. Now I implement it every chance I get. People really like when you notice the style choices they made, the small ways they arrange themselves, their nails, jewelry, etc. It feels good to be seen. Feels obvious but true
Jul 15, 2024
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okay this can be hit or miss but if I’m out like at a local market, gig or just walking through town there are always cool people around me and if I want to talk to them then I’ll just start with a compliment if they’re responsive that opens up a conversation and if not then you’ve just made their day a bit better! My main advice is just going out more and if someone seems cool TELL THEM!!
May 26, 2025
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I’ve always had struggles starting/maintaining conversations, so when I was in college, I would find something to compliment a stranger on (typically a cashier or someone I had to talk to) because I remembered how good I felt when I unexpectedly got a compliment from someone. When I myself became a cashier at a coffee shop, it was a really nice way to make someone feel good if they looked bored or upset. It also helps with awkward silences. I still do it when I can or when the situation calls for it, and it’s so nice to see people react and smile.
Feb 24, 2025
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I have been sick in bed for about 4 days and didn’t have much to look at, but my bed is littered with these wrappers. Maybe it’s the cold medicine talking, but I think the design is so beautiful. I love the color yellow lately and I love the flowers on the twisty ends. I hate the minimalist logo trend and I deeply miss when design logos/packaging used to all be so unique and interesting, and have intricate drawings.
Apr 22, 2025
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an unreal combo, honestly so tasty and so inexpensive too
(i would share a picture of the ones I made tonight but it was only beautiful on the inside, not the outside cuz I burnt it a lil and I ate it all in like 5 minutes flat)
Apr 11, 2025