As a woman, I wish it was easier to compliment guys. I really, honestly do, because I know so many guys who have so many qualities that I want to compliment. Haircuts, new clothing, working out, tattoos, life accomplishments.

But I just want to give a compliment. I don't want reciprocation. I don't want to be subsequently hit on. I don't want them to think that because I'm giving them a compliment, that there's anything there other than the compliment. This equating compliments with sexual interest, is my biggest issues with giving compliments to men.

Like, I wish I could communicate to every guy "I see you as a person, to whom I am currently paying attention for no reason other than that you happen to be in my vicinity, and I am empathetic and enjoy giving compliments, so please, take this compliment that I've devised after observing you for a period of time and recognizing something you've put effort into, for no reason other than to communicate to you that you are seen by me and that I recognize the effort you've expended, and that it is a good effort."

I would give so many more compliments if there was less emotional labor involved in giving them.