Why is it ?

@WaryWitchWandering The difference between online and IRL is interesting. I hadn’t really pondered why that is but now you have me thinking. Sometimes I’m hesitant to tell a friend or coworker that she looks good for fear it will be in some way misperceived or considered inappropriate. But perhaps we have less of a filter online.

One of my friends who usually just wears black pants everyday showed up recently in a pink summery dress that really showed off her cute backside. If it had been a friend here posting a photo, I’m sure I would have complimented how it flattered her figure (in a polite way). But I felt weird saying it to her directly.

@Harmonium1923 I'm glad you didn't say that to her. "you look really nice", is polite enough. I wouldn't mention a ladies figure at work.

@Harmonium1923 I could see the concern there, with the compliment being taken in some sort of negative way. I’m sure coming off as a creep is the last thing you would want, so rather say nothing at all.

Even other women hardly ever compliment me in reality… i often think it’s because I’m quiet and seem closed off/unapproachable or even down right weird. Or maybe I just often look plain/average so I just blend in? Haha.

Online people are more apt to compliment others and speak out more… or maybe even lie. So I guess it makes sense I would receive more compliments online than I do walking around somewhere/in public.

@iamnikki 💯 Never at work! I should have clarified that. This was a close friend outside of work.