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In reply to the discussion: Six tips for men about "Compliments" [View all]MineralMan
(146,189 posts)20. Yes. Being aware and thoughtful is always a good idea.
On the other hand, I was in the supermarket checkout line the other day, and the 20-something woman at the cash register, who is always friendly and talkative said, "You have a magnificent beard." I was not offended, but laughed and said, "Thanks. I grew it myself."
However, I guarantee that I will not make any appearance comments to her, nor flirt with her. It would be unseemly for a 72 year old man to do that.
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Seems like basic politeness rules. Or how to interact with REAL people (assumes women real people)
bobbieinok
Dec 2017
#5
I'm a woman, and I might comment to a woman colleague about something appearance-generic
lapislzi
Dec 2017
#18
It is inappropriate to tell a women that you know as a friend that you like her hair or some other
doc03
Dec 2017
#30