The Science
Most people don’t realize how much a simple kind remark can do for someone.
Consider this. Studies show that:
Acting kindly makes us feel good. It feels wonderful to do something useful for someone. The “helper's high” is the uplifting feeling that we experience after doing an act of kindness to others. The “helper’s high” shows up in our brain’s reward system.
Kindness is contagious. Kind acts have a ripple effect.
Kindness makes you more attractive.
Kindness can boost your well-being, reduce stress hormones.
Simple praise and gratitude keeps up morale, makes people feel valued and mitigates the negative effects of stress.
Acts of kindness enhance social connection and lessen anxiety and depression.
People underestimate the impact of their compliments.
Take a look at the studies:
The Neuroscience of Happiness and Pleasure
A Simple Compliment Can Make a Big Difference
How Small Acts of Kindness Can Help With Anxiety
Psychology of Giving Compliments: The Science Behind Positive Affirmations