Ah, backhanded compliments. I think it's safe to say that no one like these. They're ugly little insults poorly disguised as positivity. They're handed to you when you least expect it. If you let them ...

Dear Lucas: My best friend is always down on herself, about her looks, talents, etc. She’s been struggling lately, and so I’ve been trying to prop her up by giving her compliments. Every time I do, ...