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I don't know that praise is always a good thing.

For if there is anything to one's praise, it is foolish vanity to be gratified at it, and if it is abuse - why one is always sure to hear of it from one damned good-natured friend or another!

The scariest thing about receiving praise at a young age is the fear of burning out or losing it, or proving people right that you were just a novelty. Obviously, I can see mistakes in things that I've done or said and can see flaws in things I've made, but that's just part of growing.

Praise is warming and desirable. But it is an earned thing. It has to be deserved, like a hug from a child.

People are very sincere in their praise, and you can't take it lightly.

I thought acknowledging praise meant you were arrogant, but I've learned that knowing your strengths enables you to make use of them.

Praise doesn't mean anything to me. I don't judge myself.

I like to praise and reward loudly, to blame quietly.

It is a sign that your reputation is small and sinking if your own tongue must praise you.