#Compliments

[agirlwithglam]

unique compliments to give people <3

because ordinary compliments are just.. ordinary. have some fun with these <3

i love your personality

you give off main character vibes

you're literally an inspiration

being around you makes me feel happy

you have such amazing manners

you're the type of person my mother/ father/ family member would like.

i love how you're so independent

you're like such a girlboss

i love you're style

you remind me of: [favourite actor/ person/ celebrity + tell them why]

You make me feel safe and loved

I love your energy

You have a pretty smile

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[roach-works]

Wrt the post about Americans and components: please what is the trans compliment? I (cis) sometimes clock someone as trans and want to compliment them or i want to signal i know but I'm Chill or something - but i also don't want to bring attention to something if that's not what they want us know? It's probably a person by person basis but I'm curious if there's a good or at least a not-bad way to do it (hope this makes sense)

obviously this varies by person and situation but if i think a woman is trans i casually compliment some nice, feminine accessory she's wearing, like her nail polish or earrings or cardigan or skirt. if she's not trans, it's a free compliment. if she is, i just want to affirm that she looks cute and feminine and deserves to be complimented for it.

and of course if you see anyone with some accessory that's trans flag colors, like shoelaces or a pin or whatever, you just specifically say, 'i like your x' and they Know. maybe you aren't trans, but you're saying you see and appreciate and agree with them!

anyway i think (i hope!) that the difference between a creepy man hitting on you and a nice man complimenting you is not focusing on a woman's body and how it hypothetically relates to having sex with it, but instead genuinely appreciating women's sense of style and individuality. Their nails, their earrings, their dresses and hats, they're these personal choices that express something about who the woman is and what she wants to look like, not that she wants some rando to let her know he'd fuck her.

i say things like 'what a great color for your nails' or 'those are such elegant earrings' or 'that's a pretty skirt, it's got great lines', stuff like that.

for people who aren't obviously gendering themselves as femme, i just like to say, "I love your style!" because i so often do. i saw a butch on the sidewalk today in a leather vest over a mustard yellow silk button up with big black polka dots and i almost crashed my car. i love punks and goths and unsubtle furries and teenagers with anime t-shirts and i love art school lesbians and i love trashy boys in pabst shirts and rude trucker hats and i love the modern pantaloon+hose rendition that men do with basketball shorts and tall athletic socks. i love older women in denim jackets and chunky jewelry. i love applique chickens.

like, apparently this makes me a gushy, overly positive american! but holy shit, people wear such fun things. they deserve credit for making the world even better to look at.

[oopsallturtles]

I love it when everyone takes the time in the middle of a fight to tell Mikey he's doing a good job.

Now, it's pretty obvious that Mikey is super supportive of his bros,

BUT HIS BROTHERS DO THE SAME THING FOR HIM AND IT'S THE CUTEST THING!

When he threw an entire cruise ship at Shredder?

"Whoa..." "That's amazing, Mikey!"

Look how proud Raph is!

And even when they were taking over the technodrome and all Mikey did was duck at the right time which led to Brother Krang accidently knocking himself out, what does Donnie take the time to say?

"Bravo, Mikey!"

He gave him the credit without hesitation. Told him his instincts were spot on and he made the best move.

You're doing great, little bro! Keep it up! 🧡

[literaryvein-reblogs]

Writing Ideas: "Sophisticated" Compliments

Incisive - very clear and direct; able to explain difficult ideas clearly and confidently

Indefatigable - able to work or continue for a very long time without becoming tired; tireless

Intrepid - feeling no fear; very bold or brave

Magnanimous - having or showing a generous and kind nature

Ruthful - tender

Sagacious - having or showing an ability to understand difficult ideas and situations and to make good decisions

Savvy - having or showing perception, comprehension, or shrewdness especially in practical matters

Toothsome - agreeable; attractive

Urbane - notably polite or polished in manner

Valiant - having or showing courage; very brave or courageous

Source ⚜ More: Word Lists ⚜ Writing Resources PDFs

[succulentsiren]

If you feel guilty for receiving any types compliments, gifts or abundance — your feminine energy is unaligned. Femininity is luxury. A woman who is aligned in her femininity enjoys being adorned and lavished in opulence. She knows how to receive the gifts offered to her with ease and gratitude.

[abedofroses]

CONTEXT: A fan asked Charlie "What's a question you've always WANTED to be asked?" Charlie couldn't think of anything. Someone jokingly offered a suggestion.

Credit to: LiteraryHypeWoman

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[thatsbelievable]

[naffeclipse]

Average cryptid sighting reader experience

AHHHH HI, HELLO, RATTLING YOU BOTH ASLDJFLASFA THANK YOUUUUU <3

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I Heard What You Were Saying About Me! 💋💋💋

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[aventurineswife]

hellooooo :) can i request aventurine and argenti with a g/n reader who isn’t used to being complimented directly? like instead of being told “you’re pretty” they’re told “your outfit/hair/etc is pretty” if that makes any sense

i fear this happens too often to me (´；ω；`)

Captured by You

Tags: Aventurine x Reader, Argenti x Reader, Fluff, Slow burn, Emotional vulnerability, Light romance, Compliments, Personal growth, Comfort.

Warnings: Mentions of past trauma (for Aventurine, though it's handled delicately), Slightly awkward moments (due to the Reader's discomfort with compliments).

A/N: ngl, I have been there 😔🫂

You sat across from Aventurine, the sound of the bustling casino around you barely reaching your ears. His eyes, always sharp and calculating, flickered over to you with that signature, enigmatic smile. He had a way of making everything feel like part of some high-stakes game, and right now, you were the center of attention in his private corner.

"You know," he began, leaning back in his chair with the casual elegance that defined him, "I’ve seen a lot of people walk through these halls. Rich, poor, powerful, insignificant… but you, darling," he paused, tilting his head slightly, his eyes locking onto yours. "You’re absolutely stunning."

Your face flushed immediately, an awkward, nervous chuckle escaping your lips. You weren’t used to this kind of attention, let alone a compliment so direct, especially from someone like him. Normally, he’d focus on the smallest detail—your attire, the way you styled your hair—but now he was looking right into your eyes, his words almost… genuine?

Aventurine’s smile widened, as if savoring your reaction. "I’m afraid you’ll have to forgive me," he teased, his tone light but undeniably sincere. "You’re more than just your outfit, your hair… It’s you, you are beautiful. In the most elusive and intriguing way. Not even luck could account for someone so… captivating."

You shifted in your seat, unsure of how to respond. Compliments like these were foreign to you, always deflected in the past by focusing on the exterior—anything but acknowledging the person beneath it. But with Aventurine, everything felt more dangerous, like a high-stakes gamble where you were both the player and the prize.

"Don’t worry," he added, noting your discomfort with a soft laugh. "You’ll get used to me, eventually. But don’t mistake my words for flattery… It’s all part of the game, my dear. And in this one, you’ve certainly got the winning hand."

His gaze lingered on you for a moment longer, the magnetic pull of his charm almost irresistible. You didn’t know whether to be flattered or to run for the hills, but for now, you simply smiled, albeit hesitantly. Maybe, just maybe, this game was one you were willing to play.

The sunlight filtered through the stained glass windows of the temple, casting a colorful glow on the stone floors as Argenti stood beside you. His hair, as vibrant as the setting sun, swayed in the breeze as he adjusted the delicate fabric of his knightly garb. His eyes, sparkling with an intensity that matched his resolve, flickered over to you, his gaze softening as he took in your appearance.

"I must confess," Argenti spoke, his voice a smooth baritone that filled the quiet space. "I have often seen beauty in the world, in nature, in art… But you, [Name]," he hesitated, almost as if he were measuring the words carefully before they left his lips. "You are the embodiment of all that is pure and radiant. Truly, there is no greater beauty than the one that shines from within you."

You froze at the words, unsure how to react. Compliments about your appearance were common enough, but this—this was different. His gaze was direct, not veiled with subtlety, and the warmth in his tone made your chest tighten. You had never been one to take compliments well, often brushing them off or deflecting them. But Argenti was persistent in his sincerity.

"I do not speak of your outfit," he continued, stepping closer, his armor clinking softly with the movement. "Nor of the shine of your hair or the grace with which you carry yourself." He reached out, his hand gently brushing a strand of hair behind your ear, a delicate action that seemed to hold an entire conversation within it. "I speak of you, in your entirety. Your soul, your spirit—it is a rare and exquisite beauty, one that no earthly measure can capture."

You felt your face flush, the words ringing in your ears as you struggled to find your voice. "I—"

Argenti placed a hand on your shoulder, his touch firm yet comforting. "There is no need to speak. I see you, [Name], in ways few others ever will. And that, in itself, is more than enough."

His words hung in the air, resonating with a sense of reverence that made you want to shrink from the attention. But something in the way he said it, with such deep conviction and pure admiration, made you feel seen in a way you hadn’t before.

Argenti smiled, a serene, knowing smile that seemed to ease your nerves. "You need not be ashamed of your beauty. It is not a sin, nor a curse. It is a gift. And it is my honor to witness it."

The weight of his words lingered, filling the space between you with an unspoken understanding. You had never been one to easily accept compliments, but in this moment, from Argenti, you felt an undeniable warmth. It was as if, for the first time, you were truly worthy of them.

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Anonymous prompt:

Recently, I’ve seen 1000 Reddit discussions about male loneliness and how guys struggle with getting no compliments. As I read the comments, it became apparent that the only compliments they count as “real” are the ones about their physical appearance that originate from hot women. So anyway, I’d like to ask: which compliments do you see as more valuable: appearance-based or trait/action-based, e.g. you’re intelligent/kind (as a response to what you did/said)? Maybe make a distinction between cis/trans and nb people to make it more nuanced. Thanks! ^^

[captain-heartstrings]

Hey, to everyone who takes time out of their day to send stuff like this to artists. Time you could be spending continuing to scroll past. Time you could spend just liking and moving on. Time you could do literally anything with...but spent on us.

Thank you.

You make a world of difference, I promise. Keep being nice- if not for us, then at least for yourselves.

Go out there and make someone's day.

[iedistis]

It's a shame they changed the Franc letters so much tone-wise because they gave Gortash a lot more nuance in his methods than what's going on in the patched version. Sure, those may be more banite but I always liked how in the original, the tyranny was not in the relationship between both characters but rather their acts committed together.

I enjoy Gortash as a character so much because he subverted the expectation of what a Chosen of Bane would be. His approach is deeply Machiavellian. The idea of him working his way up through the ranks of aristocracy by both cultural impact that is unignorable thanks to his machinery and a force of personality that disarms his targets emotionally and turns them favourable towards him on an interpersonal level instead of forcing them into submission via fear and threats(as one would expect) made it compelling. It made way for tyranny harder to uproot than one built on aggression because it would not just subjugate people, but change them. A person who fears you is closer to betrayal than one who loves instead. It is an alternative way of subjugation and I like to think that's what may have differentiated him from other Banites so much it made him a Chosen.

And those letters showed how that could've played out. They were deeply manipulative. Threats, if there were any, were in the beginning and faded into the background with the overpowering charm that continued on. The newer version falls flat in comparison. They start and end with thinly veiled threats and that's just not as powerful.

It sucks because I considered them a potential window into how the past relationship of Gortash/Durge could've started out too (regardless of how you interpret the nature of it). I don't think they could've gotten so close as to prompt something like the prayer of forgiveness like this simply because I can't see a Dark Urge responding to threats, fearless avatar of murder and all that. But the first version? Shallow flattery to get the foot into the door and appealing to their wants (like some good old torture racks) to ultimately foster an emotional attachment so severe it borders on heresy for at least one of them? That's awful. I like it.

In the patched letters he's just…evil. A more open and diplomatic (and perhaps more in line with bane) version of it, but also one a lot more predictive. Shame.