8. Outsourced “Brag.” Note quotes. Proverb 27:2 Let another praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger, and not your own lips.
I just at a party and the host connected me with another guest and showered high praise for one towards the other. Made me extremely edgy because I'd rather have that type of information come from a conversation. And what she highlighted might "seed" or prime topics while our best connective issue may be missed.
I couldn't stop her. When my turn comes, I'll just say Hey, Dave, this is my buddy; Judy, this is my film scene friend Dave. I hope you find things to talk about ... " and leave it at that.