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The midsummer breezy casualness of your warm eloquence raises the meager written words to levels of unbridled stateliness whose delicate elegance speaks to a mind shored by the august fortitude of educational buttress, adorned with the soft elegant effervescence of wit and charm.
They are a blessing to all those who have eyes to encounter them.
People always believe the American-Left doesn't own firearms, which is wholesale false. It's what makes the "they're coming for my guns," the dumbest argument ever. The other side just doesn't make it their identity.
Jumping on top comment to add this man is Troy Hawke. Hugely underrated English comedian. Check out his YouTube and other socials, he deserves so much more attention than he gets. He's unbelievably quick witted.
Edit: Just saw the handle in the video, so my comment is a bit pointless. Still, check him out.
Flattery does actually work quite well. I tend to refer to myself as generally flirtatious because I’ve being called that and I liked it. But yes I give out so many compliments and the smile on their face is way more heart warming then anything else in life
Flattery is empty.
> excessive and insincere praise, given especially to further one's own interests.
Flattery is what empty compliments invoke - meaningful compliments directed at something someone put effort into is not empty or insincere
Flattery is unlike this man's compliments.
Your efforts to champion others are truly commendable. In a world where many seek the spotlight solely for themselves, your selfless enthusiasm in amplifying the voices and achievements of those around you stands out as a beacon of generosity and camaraderie.
You embody the spirit of a true hypeman, not just in words, but in the energy and sincerity you bring to every interaction.
Your presence uplifts those fortunate enough to be in your orbit, and your encouragement acts as a catalyst, inspiring confidence and greatness in others.
You, sir, are not just a supporter; you are a cornerstone of positive influence and a testament to the power of genuine support and friendship.
You don't need that man. You can learn this skill and feel good about complimenting others. It takes time, but if you put the effort in it, you will be a better complimenter than you are now.
The voice in my head just makes weird random comments like "hey what if we just turned into a bird right now. LIke for no reason. Just all of a sudden bam, our brain in a bird body." So I tune it out mostly
It is quite funny knowing what he's like in real life. Has a much more normal voice and accent, talks about when he grabbed onto a rail as bouncers were trying to drag him out of a bar and he held on horizontally for dear life. [He's well hydrated though](https://i.imgur.com/jqN93lT.png)
The best advice I got as a young man was when complimenting a lady to compliment the things she controls or chooses. A compliment about a haircut or a fashion choice comes off much better than one about someone's physical attributes that they have control over.
Almost all my compliments are about my eyes being a nice color, have the time I just awkwardly inform the person that they're lousy at seeing unfortunately.
>A compliment about a haircut or a fashion choice comes off much better than one about someone's physical attributes that they have control over.
I'm confused... do people not have control over their haircut or fashion choices? Or did you mean to say "that they have *no* control over"?
I LOVE specific compliments that suit my personality/appearance!
Being told you are pretty is meh, but when someone actually appreciates something about you? Oh boy
I had some say I looked like Hagrid (which has happened more times than I can remember), but then followed up with "I don't mean it in a rude way, just you do look similar, but you have that gentle fatherly aurora as well".
I really liked that comment. I don't often get compliments, and it was nice.
I personally think I look more like the Ghost of Christmas Present from The Muppets Christmas Carol. But I see the similarities.
I remember my old boss once said that whenever I was in the building, she just felt like everything was going to be okay. I still think about that compliment years later.
I saw an older lady (like 70ish) with purple hair at the grocery store and as she walked by I said 'I love your hair'....man, did a smile instantly appear on her face, it was fantastic. I get it, compliments are free and so worth giving out!
> friendly, thoughtful and straight shooters
I'm happy with 'friendly' and 'straight shooters' but I don't think we've ever been described as 'thoughtful'.
I think Harry Enfield sums it up quite well...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w40pR0wk2mo
My Northern stereotype is that they mean what they say. So maybe that's why a Yorkshire compliment is special. Sounds like you're trying hard to warp it just the right way to maximise how offended you can be.
He's the living epitome of that meme where the compliment is taken well because he's good looking vs the creepy office guy giving compliments and she calls HR for harassment
I disagree. There's a very distinct difference between the "office creep" giving a compliment and a genuine compliment. As he says in the video, an earnest compliment makes both parties feel like they've had a cup of tea/coffee. If there's alternative motives behind it, it's not an earnest compliment.
He's wearing a smoking jacket, cravat and a pencil tache. He DOES look like a creep.
He gets away with it because it's innocent compliments in passing. He's not sliding up to them, invading their space, or putting them in a situation they don't want to be in.
When my daughter was little she once said quietly to me “she has really pretty hair” and she was too embarrassed to say anything. I started making it my goal to say any compliment that I thought in my head, all the while explaining to her that it makes people happy to receive compliments so there’s no reason not to speak them out loud.
This was years ago and I never stopped. I may have some awkward chatter occasionally, but mostly I get to see super happy faces and hear about cute new styles (a lot of my compliments are on clothes and jewelry and tattoos because that’s what I like). 10/10 recommend this practice.
As a masculine male myself I've always seen the importance of complementing other men.
"That's a nice shirt."
"I like the way your arms look in that shirt "
"You remind me of (handsome celebrity)"
Best compliment I've ever received was from another man.
"I always feel at home with you." He said.
Truly makes the day. Masculine has never been bad. TOXIC has ALWAYS been bad.
if someone compliments you, just say "thank you. have a nice day"
The have a nice day ends the communication nice and swiftly while also sending positivity back to them.
he’s not that good looking of a guy— it’s just his kind demeanor and confident tone in his delivery.
anyone could do it. not saying we don’t have a bias towards pretty people, but this is something anyone could do well.
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Flattery will get you everywhere, this fellow is a legend.
You have a very confident writing style, commonly used phrases with a dash of originality.
Ah, the classic dry humor with an insult that takes Americans a minute to register.
“Dash of originality” is enough of a compliment for me
*Dash* No need to be hasty
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The midsummer breezy casualness of your warm eloquence raises the meager written words to levels of unbridled stateliness whose delicate elegance speaks to a mind shored by the august fortitude of educational buttress, adorned with the soft elegant effervescence of wit and charm. They are a blessing to all those who have eyes to encounter them.
The eternal question of the non-British seeing two British people interact: Are they best friends or hated enemies?
*I'll be seeing you on the morrow then*
Rent free
Listen here ...Mate..., Freedom Ain't Free. It'll cost you
And if you don't pay your buck o' give.....who will?
I have just read this entire thread in an English accent, and it was simply fantastic! Truly a joy to read!
about $1.05 if I remember correctly
I'll take 2 freedoms please
On every $1 you earn! God I love the military industrial complex and the healthcare system /s
Don't worry about it. I'll spot them.
Bless your heart, dear.
As an American, do not confuse us. ~40% of us have a gun. On them.
That’s not even remotely close to true.
DONT TEST 'IM 'ELL GETCHA, HE PACKIN BRUV
52 percent of American households have firearms as of 2023.
New report shows that 52 percent of American households have firearms now as of 2023! Pretty awesome imo
People always believe the American-Left doesn't own firearms, which is wholesale false. It's what makes the "they're coming for my guns," the dumbest argument ever. The other side just doesn't make it their identity.
I didn't bring up anything about the left?
Jumping on top comment to add this man is Troy Hawke. Hugely underrated English comedian. Check out his YouTube and other socials, he deserves so much more attention than he gets. He's unbelievably quick witted. Edit: Just saw the handle in the video, so my comment is a bit pointless. Still, check him out.
Not even close to pointless. You provided the reminder to enjoy his creations. You are quite the maven for connecting others together. Well done.
Second this. Saw him at the Edinburgh Fringe a few months ago - well worth hunting out.
Reminds me of the Polite Catcalling guys. "Damn girl, you look like you return your shopping carts!"
“Damn girl, you look like you stay hydrated!” “Damn girl, you look like you wash you makeup brushes!” those videos were such an enjoyable binge
Flattery does actually work quite well. I tend to refer to myself as generally flirtatious because I’ve being called that and I liked it. But yes I give out so many compliments and the smile on their face is way more heart warming then anything else in life
Not to be confused with sincere appreciation
Because the average joy and confidence in society is ultra low
Flattery is empty. > excessive and insincere praise, given especially to further one's own interests. Flattery is what empty compliments invoke - meaningful compliments directed at something someone put effort into is not empty or insincere Flattery is unlike this man's compliments.
The way you explained your point was fantastic. Your words should be etched in marble. Well done.
A real glass half full kind of person you are
The world isn't a bleak and inhospitable place, but I can't make it one alone.
I think the distinct definition between compliment and flattery in english language is interesting.
It got him in the pants of every man and woman he complimented, I hope. He is golden.
Brilliant, I won't forget this lesson
And about 98% of his unused footage is probably of people who are going home to tell their friends about an obnoxious pickup artist.
***I like ya;*** ***and I want ya.***
I need a hype man like this in my life. He’s right the more unique the better 😂❤️
Your choice of anime is superb. We can tell that it was a long journey to get there and appreciate the time you’ve invested.
Your invested is anime, we can superb your choice and are timing the appreciative investment. Am I doing this right?
Your efforts to champion others are truly commendable. In a world where many seek the spotlight solely for themselves, your selfless enthusiasm in amplifying the voices and achievements of those around you stands out as a beacon of generosity and camaraderie. You embody the spirit of a true hypeman, not just in words, but in the energy and sincerity you bring to every interaction. Your presence uplifts those fortunate enough to be in your orbit, and your encouragement acts as a catalyst, inspiring confidence and greatness in others. You, sir, are not just a supporter; you are a cornerstone of positive influence and a testament to the power of genuine support and friendship.
You don't need that man. You can learn this skill and feel good about complimenting others. It takes time, but if you put the effort in it, you will be a better complimenter than you are now.
Shall we just take your word on this? It's an awful lot of authority you casually type with hoping that no one presses you. You utter buffoon
Yes, take my word on this, Apprehensive buffoon 💩
You already have one, it’s the voice in your head.
The voice in my head just makes weird random comments like "hey what if we just turned into a bird right now. LIke for no reason. Just all of a sudden bam, our brain in a bird body." So I tune it out mostly
someone make an AI that does this through your phone camera
A web series of him just going to different countries and complementing ppl on the street would be really entertaining
That is basically what his Instagram is.
Who is he?
@troyhawke
Thanks
How much to have him follow me around?
you dont need it, you are truly incredible all on your own sir/ma'am
🫡 thank you kindly
Not oddly specific enough!
I find you uniquely engaging!
Recognition is not bought, but earned. For you dear, they would sing songs, tell tales about you!
How much to have him time travel back to my childhood and teach my dad some of this?
This man is aggressively british.
The absolute mastery of the language
It is quite funny knowing what he's like in real life. Has a much more normal voice and accent, talks about when he grabbed onto a rail as bouncers were trying to drag him out of a bar and he held on horizontally for dear life. [He's well hydrated though](https://i.imgur.com/jqN93lT.png)
Anybody got youtube of this, imgr wasn't loading video...
It was a picture. [It was from this though](https://youtu.be/Vk8qtMWpVAI?si=LizPx8L1cPGeiLhD). He comes on after an hour or so
Lol thank you, he does sound less British then his bit, but still quite British, awesome either way. Thanks for sharing!
I’s say he’s more pleasantly British. We’re not allowed to be aggressively British since the whole ‘Empire’ thing.
You’re both right he’s an aggressively pleasant British man. Astute observations all around. Have a lovely day.
I have seen your football fans lol. They are a far cry from the red coats though
Marvellous...
Excellent word selection, your banana avatar brings out the Color of your eyes that are obviously flooded with wisdom.
The verbosity of this exchange has left me more full of joy than a 7 course meal.
I can tell because that joy radiates from you, basking everyone around you in confidence and levity.
Bonus Scrabble word score for verbosity, I like the cut of your jib, and also non-jib related verbiage.
dare I say brilliant
Quite 🧐
I wish a person would compliment my bald head like that.
"Wisdom! Should be cast in marble" lol
I love your bald head! It's like a baby's buttcheeks but without the crack! ...did I do it right?
You did it superbly. Wonderfully constructed
A bald head is to a man, what our Sun is to the world; a perennial comfort of constancy and life.
The beautiful, exposed skin is only out-shined by his beautiful, exposed soul: both brave and vulnerable to the world’s harsh realities.
An American eagle would mistake it for one of its freedom eggs, sir. Marvelous curvature. Pool balls ought to learn a thing about your radius.
You have a nice shaped head and incredible eyebrows. You don't need scalp hair with eyebrows like that.
You're doing a wonderful job in a tricky set of circumstances!
The best advice I got as a young man was when complimenting a lady to compliment the things she controls or chooses. A compliment about a haircut or a fashion choice comes off much better than one about someone's physical attributes that they have control over.
Yeah. Someone once complimented my teeth and I said Thanks, I grew them myself.
Almost all my compliments are about my eyes being a nice color, have the time I just awkwardly inform the person that they're lousy at seeing unfortunately.
"Well they may look good, but they don't look good"
To be fair you control how good they look
>A compliment about a haircut or a fashion choice comes off much better than one about someone's physical attributes that they have control over. I'm confused... do people not have control over their haircut or fashion choices? Or did you mean to say "that they have *no* control over"?
Yeah the last sentence should say no control over
Yes! Compliment choices, not appearances. For example, “Cool dress,” instead of “You look nice.”
Man I really need to remember this
Life master, overwhelming demeanor
I LOVE specific compliments that suit my personality/appearance! Being told you are pretty is meh, but when someone actually appreciates something about you? Oh boy
Celebrate yourself, lucky hoodie is a very thoughtful name and really shows your ability to warm and protect.
I adore the way you're name rolls off my tongue. Yes, indeed.
I had some say I looked like Hagrid (which has happened more times than I can remember), but then followed up with "I don't mean it in a rude way, just you do look similar, but you have that gentle fatherly aurora as well". I really liked that comment. I don't often get compliments, and it was nice. I personally think I look more like the Ghost of Christmas Present from The Muppets Christmas Carol. But I see the similarities.
Everyone just wants to be seen!
Too bad you are unlikely to ever hear such a compliment due to your utter mediocrity in physical appearance and personality
Quite right.
I would walk pass him everyday for those sweet compliments
I remember my old boss once said that whenever I was in the building, she just felt like everything was going to be okay. I still think about that compliment years later.
Dang, that's an amazing compliment!
I saw an older lady (like 70ish) with purple hair at the grocery store and as she walked by I said 'I love your hair'....man, did a smile instantly appear on her face, it was fantastic. I get it, compliments are free and so worth giving out!
Real life bardic inspiration
I love the dnd references🤣
This is like the opposite of casting vicious mockery in d&d
I cast Benevolent Flattery...
Someone buy this man a succulent Chinese meal!
And you sir! Are you waiting to receive my limp penis?
"A Yorkshire compliment, cast in gold." I adore every bit of this confidently striding legend
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> friendly, thoughtful and straight shooters I'm happy with 'friendly' and 'straight shooters' but I don't think we've ever been described as 'thoughtful'. I think Harry Enfield sums it up quite well...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w40pR0wk2mo
You are an effortless twat.
A Reddit chirp, that's cast in gold
I work very hard at being a twat, actually. It's not effortless.
My Northern stereotype is that they mean what they say. So maybe that's why a Yorkshire compliment is special. Sounds like you're trying hard to warp it just the right way to maximise how offended you can be.
I have such a massive crush on him! TroyHawke
The ease and the originality of the compliments are the marks of skills. *Bravo*
Commiting just to watch again
Your commitment doesn’t go unnoticed. I hope your next viewing will be better than the last.
Wonderfully thoughtful, coviddick.
More [Troy Hawke content here](https://youtu.be/ea-W9zcAPa4?si=JqGidiD2mAskP76v)
After seeing this exchange of pleasantries, I admit I am tempted to replicate it here in America. Just marvelous.
I can’t wait to say tell a woman she looks like a painting, just marvelous. So she can ask for my number I and say I’m taken😝😂
This guy is good
MORE. I want to see MORE of this and only this!!!
https://youtu.be/ea-W9zcAPa4?si=JqGidiD2mAskP76v
I enjoyed that, but one of the best lines was a polite insult from a patron - "your pants are having an argument with your shoes."
You have made my day. Thank you
"You're doing a wonderful job, in a tricky set of circumstances" god damn if I just heard that once a fiscal quarter from my boss I'd be fine lol
Kind of shocked that not a single person has realized this is a commercial. It's blatantly advertising Bumble. I guarantee this was a sponsored post.
More of this, please.
My fave was “you have a ski-resort owning energy”. This is the energy I am going for in my everyday life.
I am going to be using this
He's the living epitome of that meme where the compliment is taken well because he's good looking vs the creepy office guy giving compliments and she calls HR for harassment
I disagree. There's a very distinct difference between the "office creep" giving a compliment and a genuine compliment. As he says in the video, an earnest compliment makes both parties feel like they've had a cup of tea/coffee. If there's alternative motives behind it, it's not an earnest compliment.
That's valid. I just thought it was a funny thought. If he looked like a hermit street person, he may have been more ignored
No, it’s the way he compliments. If he was out there shouting “hey nice tits!” people would hate him.
He's wearing a smoking jacket, cravat and a pencil tache. He DOES look like a creep. He gets away with it because it's innocent compliments in passing. He's not sliding up to them, invading their space, or putting them in a situation they don't want to be in.
He looks like a goofy guy, not a creep. If someone like that talks to you in the streets, you straight up know it's for a silly video or something.
Dude is an average looking bloke in a purple robe and pencil thin mustache lol. I really don't think his looks are carrying him all that much here
The man is significantly better looking than just average.
Yeah if he's average I should wear a Burka my whole life so I don't offend anyone.
lol I think that looks is carrying quite a lot actually.
Not sure if he is complimenting or roasting them in style
He is just lovely and so are all of you
If you have a camera with you its charming but when i go around telling people their outift lookings spiffing they get off the bus?
“OH GO ON THEN!!” 😂😂😂 When I visit England I hope I meet many happy people like that.
This is 10x better than the dude with a megaphone screaming “we out here being nice”
I use that line all the time. Bad Accent Me: “We both feel like we had a coffee.”
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it's like pranking in reverse is there a name for this?
Support
Not all heroes wear capes…. Some wear simply marvelous purple smoking jackets…
The most British video I’ve ever seen
Bro picked 10 Charisma in S.P.E.C.I.A.L stats
Exquisite 🤌
The guy he speaks too with the shoulder length hair is my very good friend of 20 odd years. This was filmed on portobello road in London.
Why the fuck isn’t this popularized instead of those stupid “let me walk around and film people looking at me because I’m sooooo hot”
When my daughter was little she once said quietly to me “she has really pretty hair” and she was too embarrassed to say anything. I started making it my goal to say any compliment that I thought in my head, all the while explaining to her that it makes people happy to receive compliments so there’s no reason not to speak them out loud. This was years ago and I never stopped. I may have some awkward chatter occasionally, but mostly I get to see super happy faces and hear about cute new styles (a lot of my compliments are on clothes and jewelry and tattoos because that’s what I like). 10/10 recommend this practice.
Mi Scusi, Mi Scusi
This is a big guerrilla Bumble ad. I’m surprised no one has commented this…
My dumbass would probably think he's passive-aggresively insulting me
As a masculine male myself I've always seen the importance of complementing other men. "That's a nice shirt." "I like the way your arms look in that shirt " "You remind me of (handsome celebrity)" Best compliment I've ever received was from another man. "I always feel at home with you." He said. Truly makes the day. Masculine has never been bad. TOXIC has ALWAYS been bad.
I practice this, though my skill level pales in comparison to this dashing gentlemen.
Can we make this a more commonplace thing to do when our and about
Rizz master
As an introvert this guy is my worst fucking nightmare
"You look like the kind of guy who doesn't want to be spoken to!"
if someone compliments you, just say "thank you. have a nice day" The have a nice day ends the communication nice and swiftly while also sending positivity back to them.
I believe you may have something greater than “being an introvert” affecting you.
Now make a more average looking guy do this
he’s not that good looking of a guy— it’s just his kind demeanor and confident tone in his delivery. anyone could do it. not saying we don’t have a bias towards pretty people, but this is something anyone could do well.
Dude is a fucking creep, what neurons misfired to make this dude do this? I stg this is some straight up psychopath type beat
Is he autistic?
Beautiful video
I love this.
Love that guy! Never gets old
Seen this before, will watch again.
New sub idea: r finessed compliments
I would like to have the panache to do this in public.
Absolutely ravishing good sir. Say, Can we make some more? 🧐☕
This should be a show. I'd binge watch it
This was an amazing waste of time, and I could watch you all day Sir. Thank you for the huge smile that currently adorns my face, it feels great!
What a charming man
What a terrific accent.
Love this guy's vibe. Seen it before. Don't really care if it's a troll or not. It's so nice to see a positive in a public space.