“It is better to be looked over than overlooked.”

-Mae West

In the spring of 2005, NBC’s Today Show aired a special highlighting Girl Crushes. Girl Crushes are a recognized form of admiration where one woman is intrigued by, and appreciates another woman for a number of reasons. Of course, we prefer to call it Climber Admiration. It is a compliment to be admired and certainly alright to be the admirer. We’ve all had a girl crush at one point or another, and can recognize why.  As girls and eventually young women we all have icons and role models who shape who we become in adulthood.  In other words, when girl crushes grow up, they become Climber Admiration. 

A true Bombshell can stop a woman in her tracks as easily as she stops a man.  You may find yourself admiring her for many reasons. Perhaps this woman being admired is strong, independent, fun, finely dressed, philosophical, witty, has the right pair of shoes, a fantastic accessory, an amazing hair do or maybe she just simply radiates beauty. Whatever the reason, it is perfectly acceptable if it causes a little spark inside of you to change, to emulate or to improve.

We all admire. We all emulate. For example: maybe you saw the perfect combination of sweater and skirt, and you had a similar combination at home, and wore it the next day only to feel like a whole new you. Maybe you see a woman that this woman is dressed for success, and it inspires you to start doing the same.  Take a moment to stop her and tell her! It is nice to tell that person that they look fantastic. A quick, “Really, that is a great sweater.” Or, “In case nobody has told you, you look fantastic.” How about, “Those glasses are perfect for your face!” After all, a woman treats her sense of style the same way she treats her success.  Time, effort, and careful consideration go into it.  Let her know it does not go unnoticed.  

Why not? You admired them, and everyone needs a boost now and then. You can make a person’s day with a quick kind comment. The simple gesture of pointing out something or someone that you appreciate can give even the most confident woman that boost.  Think about the last time a stranger complimented you, and how you carried yourself with just that little extra bit of panache.  And, it changes the way you feel too. Kindness spreads. Feeling good about yourself emanates throughout the day, it makes you healthier, happier and sought after. Positive energy is nice to be around. So, if you can offer that to someone you may not know or even someone you adore, why not take the three seconds and offer the compliment? And you just might make yourself a fabulous friend!  Everyone knows that “A small compliment goes a long way.”

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