You don't have to go out and buy them a beautiful new Ferrari like Tyga did for Kylie Jenner. You don't have to get on Ted Mosby's level and steal a blue french horn off the wall of a restaurant. We all have busy days and our own agendas, we sometimes lose sight of the simple things. Don't feel like you have to go to extreme lengths and shower them with extravagant gifts, or take them to 5 star restaurants all the time to show that you care. It's the little things that mean the most. Keep it simple, and take a few minutes out of your day to make sure the one you love knows how loved they are. Everyone wants and needs to feel appreciated. If you're not great with words or showing emotion, this is perfect for you because these small gestures will speak volumes to your significant other.
Never stop doing the little things for your special someone.
1. Grab them a coffee
Start their day off right by getting them their favorite coffee. For about two dollars, you could make their entire day. If you live together, you could even make some at home. Worst case scenario: your significant other will happen to be a Starbucks fan and you'll have to awkwardly stumble through their complicated order. It's a small price to pay to put a smile on their face. (Fingers crossed that your person prefers Dunkin' Donuts, it's way easier to order from)
2. Leave them a note
This doesn't mean you have to pour your heart and soul out and leave them a novel, just a simple: "I love you" on a post it, napkin, or scrap piece of paper will suffice. This gesture is completely free, and it will make your person smile.
3. Make their favorite food for them
You don't have to spend a significant portion of your pay check to make them happy. This also doesn't have to be a fancy gourmet meal. You could bake them cookies, or make them a simple dinner. You could make them a sandwich, or some easy mac. I've never seen anyone frown while eating a bowl of mac and cheese. Take a little time out of your day and earn some "brownie points" with your loved one. (No apologies, that pun was absolutely necessary).
4. Send them a random, nice text
Take 5 seconds to send a "Thinking of you, hope you're having a nice day," text. Obviously, it would be better if you wrote more, but that short message will speak volumes if that's what you're more comfortable doing. It won't cost you a thing, and it will make your significant other feel special.
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5. Compliment them
This one speaks for itself. Tell them how beautiful or handsome they look. Simply saying, "You look beautiful today," would make their whole week. You don't need to buy them expensive flowers or gifts. A few kind words go a long way. Compliments go beyond looks. If they're working hard in school or at their job, tell them you're proud of them. If they're working out, offer words of encouragement by acknowledging their progress. If it's a Sunday morning and your significant other rolls over with bed head and no make up on, tell her she's beautiful. It doesn't cost a thing to compliment the one you love, and making them happy shouldn't be a chore, it should make you happy too.
I know it's hard putting yourself out there sometimes, but it truly doesn't take much to put a smile on your significant other's face. In a relationship, it's easy to get complacent and forget about the little things you can do for one another. Never stop doing the little things.
