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Listen in this week as Jill proposes a challenge for listeners - to give 11 genuine compliments to 11 different people over the course of 11 consecutive days, beginning on August 11th! She notes that so many people struggle to give sincere compliments, often defaulting to insincere ones, so the challenge is intended to push listeners to be more present, observant, and generous with their praise of others.

While Jill acknowledges that this can initially feel uncomfortable and/or vulnerable at first, she encourages listeners to step outside of their comfort zones and to push past those feelings, outlining some steps to help prepare such as taking time for self-reflection and self-compliments each day before giving them to others.

Jill also suggests that going through this process of intentionally complimenting others can be eye-opening and transformative and may even reveal things about yourself, your relationships with others, and/or the general social dynamic of withholding genuine praise. She is really excited about this challenge and invites you to listen in for more details! We could all use a little personal growth, increased mindfulness, and social connection after all!

Show Notes:

[01:36] - Jill is inviting listeners to give 11 authentic compliments daily for 11 days! [03:39] - Jill argues that compliments need to be truthful, not just people-pleasing attempts. [06:25] - You’ll discover self-awareness, connection, and emotional depth via consistent, sincere compliments, even when it’s hard. [08:42] - Hear why so many of us tend to be guarded and stingy with compliments. [10:43] - Authenticity starts with grounding your body via breath and sound before taking outward action. [13:13] - Jill encourages listeners to start each day of the 11 days off with compliments to themselves. [15:14] - The 11-11-11 challenge begins on August 11th, so reflect beforehand, and share the journey with others!

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