[AI Synthesis]: Praise and warmth raise self-esteem: thank often, smile with mood, and praise quickly, specifically, for large and small accomplishments.
Appreciation and thank-you
- Appreciation and praise are vitally important; people track how praiseworthy they feel.
- Say thank you on every occasion, large or small — make a habit of thanking everyone for everything they do.
Be quick to praise
- Praise elevates self-esteem.
- Be specific — a trait, possession, or accomplishment.
- Praise immediately.
- Praise both large and small accomplishments.
- Smiling and laughing is infectious — match the other person’s mood.
Actions
- Say “thank you” on every occasion, for any large or small reason.
- Praise people for something they have done; compliment a trait, possession, or accomplishment.
- Be quick, specific, and praise small wins as well as big ones.
- Match the other person’s mood with smile and laugh.
Sources
| Source | Location | Role |
|---|---|---|
| books/The Power of Charm.md | Appreciation; Be Quick to Smile and Laugh; Be Quick to Praise | primary |
| notes/2026-07-31-the-power-of-charm.md | The Power of Charm; Body Language → Be Quick to Praise | highlights |