The Power of a Single Compliment [Reader Story]
We teach our kids to be polite using phrases like please, thank you and I’m sorry. But beyond the surface, these expressions really denote respect and attentiveness to those we are speaking with. They are powerful communication tools. When used appropriately, these 3 simple expressions can break down barriers, make up for misplaced words and even defuse hostile situations. Recently I learned the power of a single compliment against shame—one of the biggest obstacles kids face in overcoming a compulsion to use porn. What do good manners have to do with helping children reject pornography? We know that the porn…