Research shows that people with social anxiety struggle to enjoy praise. More info here https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201902/when-praise-is-problem?collection=1135935
Some of us are more inclined to deflect a compliment with self-effacing awkwardness, which throws the exchange off-kilter. A simple “thank you” is all that is needed, and the person giving the complim
