Topic 3 Promoting interpersonal intelligence to create positive relationships
3.1. How to give and receive compliments
- The way you react to a compliment says a lot about how you value yourself. In general, for people with good self-esteem, being complimented on a job well done or being admired by others is a positive experience. It makes them feel accepted by others and increases their sense of well-being. However, for those with low self-esteem it does not have the same effect, they feel ashamed and look for ways to escape the situation. This is because the comment contradicts their view of themselves.
- When receiving compliments:
- Do not play it down
- Do not question it
- Do not give it back
- Do not deny it
- Say thank you
3.2. Assertiveness: How to express opinions and complaints
- Assertiveness is the ability of people to express their emotions and opinions appropriately, without aggressiveness and in an honest way.
- Assertiveness is a skill that can be trained, and furthermore, practicing assertiveness makes a person feel more self-confident, increases confidence and self-esteem.
3.3. Recognition of the personal qualities and the ones in others
- It is very important that you recognize your qualities and achievements without shame, without belittling yourself because it is a simple way to increase your self-esteem.
- If you recognize and accept all that you have good, you can enhance it.