every time i try to compliment a friend or anyone else, i feel like i'm trying too hard. i can see their efforts and good characteristics but i can't help but feel that deep down i don't believe anything i'm saying.
yes, i did not frequently receive compliments nor words of affirmation as a child. i don't know how to feel nor give love. yet i know this is not an excuse so i want to start fixing it with actionable steps, but idk where to start.
has anyone in here lived through a similar situation?