I M sparing with my praise, so that when I give it, it means something.

Wisdom

Flattery is counterfeit currency. Hand it out freely and every kind word you own loses its value. The man whose praise is rare and true can lift someone with a single sentence, because they know he does not lie to be liked.

Carry It

Withhold one piece of empty flattery today, and give one piece of praise that is completely true instead.

Ask Yourself

Is your praise worth anything, or have you spent it so freely that no one believes it?