Coy Responses: The Art of the Humble Brag and Other Ways We Dodge Praise
Defining the Elusive Coy Response At its core, a coy response to a compliment is any reaction that subtly diminishes, dismisses, or re-directs the praise offered. It’s a carefully constructed performance that, on the surface, might appear modest, but underneath often hides a complex web of insecurities, cultural pressures, or even strategic calculations. Consider the … Read more
