Here is the Poisonous Praise from Human Nature:
- Watch out for 'Backhanded Compliments.' If they say: 'I'm so proud of you, I didn't think someone like you could pull that off'—they are lowkey calling you weak.
- Or if they say 'You look so much better in this light'—they are calling you mid.
- These are 'Poisonous Compliments' designed to lower your status while pretending to be nice. Cut 'em off.
