How does it feel when someone says they're proud of you?

Leonardo DiCaprio raising a champagne glass. The text reads: 'I am so proud of you.'

Pride can mean different things to different people.

When someone says they're proud of you, reflect on what this could mean to you.

Did you know?

Although the meaning has changed, the word "proud" used to mean "brave".

Words of Pride

There are many different ways someone might express their pride in you.

They might not use the word "pride" itself. Instead, they might say:

I'm glad you...
I appreciate that you...
I'm impressed by what you did when...
I'm so pleased that you...

A squirrel on its hind legs throws its paws in the air. The text reads: 'I'm so impressed!'

Why Others Express Pride in You

When someone says they're proud of you, you might feel like you don't deserve the compliment or attention.

Kelly Rowland wipes dirt off her shoulder.

But pride isn't always a bad thing!

Proud Vice Tv GIF by STICK TO SPORTS

When someone tells you that they're proud of you, not only are they impressed by something you did and who you are, but they also want others to know it.

Embrace Pride

There are positive reasons to listen when someone says they are proud of you. By accepting the compliment and reflecting on your qualities, you may feel more satisfied in life. Success Kid says, 'My mom said she is proud of me.'

Reflect On What They're Proud Of

Why might someone say they are proud of you? It could be due to a major accomplishment like graduating from college.

Jeff Garlin at a school performance. He stands up, claps, and shouts, 'That's my son!'

Other times, it's because you've impressed someone — even if you feel like a failure. Maybe you didn't get the grade you hoped for on a research paper, but your parents were still impressed with the effort you put in and how thoroughly you researched your topic.

Quiz

After catching the flu right before the 10K run you've been training 4 months for, you finish in the top 50 for your age group. Your goal was to finish in the top 10. You feel like you failed, but your best friend says they are proud of you. Why?

Despite setbacks, you still ran the race

You trained hard and tried something new

You finished a tough race

All of these

Take Action

Stop and think about how it makes you feel to know someone is proud of you.

A young girl says, 'I feel good.'

Do you feel:

happy?

excited?

content?

good?

Finally, give yourself a pat on the back. Be proud of yourself!

Aubrey Plaza pats herself on the shoulder and says, 'You did good.'