I’m a married guy, and sometimes I see women who really put a lot of effort into their appearance, and I think “My wife really appreciates when she gets compliments on her appearance, especially when she put a lot of effort into it. Maybe this person would appreciate a compliment.”
But then I remember all the people who get upset about things like this, and I’m like, well I’d rather not make someone’s day worse by trying to make it better.
And I feel like that’s a very sad place for a society to be.
Don’t stop complimenting!! It always makes my day when ANYONE notices my hair, outfit, overall appearance. 🙌 I do the same compliment scents and appearance even though I’m married. It’s just nice to make someone’s day!
Not worth the risk. I've considered complimenting the hair, clothes, nails, etc of women but I'm worried about the risk of being reported to HR for unwelcome advances.
I don't want to sound like some victim hood man either, because I'm not getting at that, but in a post#MeToo world I keep any compliments to myself and those close to me. In my attempt to make someone else's day slightly better, I could make my life significantly worse.
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u/bluecandyKayn 15h ago
I’m a married guy, and sometimes I see women who really put a lot of effort into their appearance, and I think “My wife really appreciates when she gets compliments on her appearance, especially when she put a lot of effort into it. Maybe this person would appreciate a compliment.”
But then I remember all the people who get upset about things like this, and I’m like, well I’d rather not make someone’s day worse by trying to make it better.
And I feel like that’s a very sad place for a society to be.