3 Compliments He'll Never Forget

The gist

1. Competence compliments recognize a man's skills or ability to handle tough situations and can be given as early as a first meeting.
2. Hussey says men rarely receive compliments and often remember them for years, so thoughtful praise carries outsized weight in relationships.
3. Energy compliments, like telling someone they make you feel safe, are best saved for two to four months into dating.
4. Acceptance compliments that tell a man he is enough should only come after real emotional intimacy, or they risk feeling patronizing.