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sentient_broccoli [OP]September 3, 2022

I really like this comment, I don't think I've seen anyone articulate this feeling before but you're absolutely right. Compliments can feel like a form of manipulation, training someone to exhibit the qualities praised. Now I am trapped because praising this insight could itself be read as a form of compliment.

[Deleted]September 3, 2022

You're agreeing with my insight, not complementing me directly. I think we're safe here. I'm more worried about you as broccoli, tbh.