The difference between appreciation and flattery? That is simple. One is sincere and the other insincere. One comes from the heart out; the other from the teeth out. One is unselfish; the other selfish. One is universally admired; the other universally condemned.
Praise is good. Some people over-praise, though. Genuine appreciation is rare to come by.
The artist who really loves people loves them so well the way they are he sees no need to disguise their characteristics-he loves them whole, without retouching. Yet the word used for this unqualifying affection is 'cynicism'.
No man flatters the woman he truly loves.
I don't want somebody sucking up to me because they think I am going to help their career. I want them sucking up to me because they genuinely love me.
Praise is deeper than the lips
I like playing a character that admires real musicianship, and real talent and hard work. I think that's a good message for everyone.
Heartless praise is not praise at all. It is worthless and an insult to God.
What you need, what you deserve, is a guy who adores you for what you are. Who doesn't see you as a project, but a prize. you know?
