Everyone has someone to be thankful for, but most days we forget to simply show those we appreciate just how much they're loved. Blame it on hectic schedules or life's poor timing; whatever the reason, take today to tell someone you care about why you appreciate them. Everyone is different, but here are some fool-proof ideas if you're stumped on how to say thank you without using your words.
1. Care through coffee
As college students, we all know what sleep deprivation looks and feels like. Rescue a classmate after an all-nighter with a cup of coffee. Because nothing says "I'm thankful for you" like a hug in a mug.
2. Craft it out
If you're ballin' on a budget, a hand-crafted gift may be the best option. Not only is it affordable, but the time and effort you put into creating a gift for someone speaks volumes over anything you could pick off a store shelf.
3. Date night
It doesn't have to be a significant someone to be a date. Treat your best friend, or even your mom, to a night on the town. Make sure to pick up the check as your way of thanking them for every time they've cared for you. Dinner and a movie will never have felt so good.
4. Snail mail
There's something about receiving a letter in the mail that makes everyone go warm and fuzzy inside. Find a stamp, and send someone special a letter outlining all of the things you love about them.
5. Give hugs
For some people, a simple touch is the perfect gesture of love and appreciation. Hug your best friend today, just to let them know that you love and acknowledge their presence in your life.
6. Dance party
Opting to spend the night in with your girlfriends and a killer Spotify playlist shows that, for you, it isn't about where you go, only who you're with.
7. Be a helping hand
Sometimes, the best way to tell someone you truly care about them is to help them in accomplishing something. Mothers love to be appreciated in this way by their children. It's like saying, "I see how hard you're working, and I want to help you because you're important to me."
8. Ask their opinion
People love to feel needed, so ask your mom how to get the stains out of your laundry, or ask your dad how to change your tires; then let them know that their help is everything to you, because without them, you'd be lost.
9. Compliment them
Don't stick to simple physical or appearance-based compliments. Dig deep. Tell someone you love that you appreciate their laughter or that their joy in infectious. Grab someone you care about and tell them how they've made your life better in every single way. Thank them for their beautiful existence.
10. Pick them flowers
Taking the time out of your day to hand pick a few flowers for a loved one shows that you think of them often, and even see pieces of them reflected to you throughout the world.
11. Ice cream date
Buy a couple pints of Ben and Jerry's and spend some time giggling with the person you most care about. Let them know that regardless of the hassles of life, they are the best moment of your day.
12. Just say it
Sometimes a quiet 'thank you' is all they need to hear.
