- Compliment Yourself. Every morning before you go on with your daily routine, take a couple of minutes to give yourself a compliment.
- Don't Make Excuses.
- Let Go of Anger.
- Practice Forgiveness.
- Be Honest and Direct.
- Be Helpful.
- Listen to Others.
- Act Locally.
How can I be nice and mean?
- Swap negativity for positivity. Shutterstock.
- Focus on what you can control. Shutterstock.
- There's an app for that.
- Breathe mindfully.
- Kill 'em with kindness.
- Call them out on it.
- Zig when they zag.
- Know when to fold 'em.
How can I be nice without being nice?
- The Underrated Virtue of Niceness.
- You Earn Respect By Giving It.
- Return Rudeness with Kindness.
- Practice Listening.
- Know Your Forum.
- Ask for Honest Assessments From Those You Trust.
- If You Can't Say Anything Nice…
- If Your Niceness is Being Abused, Be Firm, Not Nasty.
Why do I have a hard time being nice?
People who experience mental health issues like anxiety or depression may also struggle with how to be nice to people because of the way they are feeling. It can be difficult for someone struggling with a mood disorder to have the energy, or positivity, to engage in niceties.