I asked you guys what compliment you'd like to hear, and the answers I got taught me a lot of things. Most of us don't need sweeping declarations or over-the-top comments - Most people just want to feel loved, seen, heard, and appreciated. That's really it. (1/6)

Some people want to be told they look nice. Some want to be told they're kind, or funny, or creative. For some people, the compliment was more of an assurance: "You matter. You're enough. You're special to me. I'm here for you." Simple things, but they mean so much. (2/6)

Some people thrive on how they make others feel: "You make me feel safe. You remind me of home. I am grateful to you for all you do for me." But in the end, it's all branches of the same tree. We are social creatures. We thrive on feedback, validation, affection and trust. (3/6)

Today, tell someone how special they are to you. Tell them they're hot, or sweet, or funny as hell. Tell them they matter, and you appreciate them. Even if they brush it off, it'll mean something. Not everyone is great at accepting compliments, but we still WANT them. (4/6)

Let people know that they're in your life for a reason. Remind them why you enjoy their company. Be specific if you can; let them know you really do see them. That compliment might make their whole day, or even their whole week. Crazy how such a small thing can be so big. (5/6)

And if someone compliments YOU today, don't let your inner demons devalue that compliment. Because you ARE awesome. You're cute and funny and smart and kind and special. You are enough, and you matter. So when someone tells you they care, believe them. They mean it! (6/6)