Here Are 43 Simple Ways To Love Someone In Your Life When The World Seems To Be Out Of Control
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Here Are 43 Simple Ways To Love Someone In Your Life When The World Seems To Be Out Of Control

Whether it's a spouse, parent, friend, or sibling, give a little love to someone during these difficult times.

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Here Are 43 Simple Ways To Love Someone In Your Life When The World Seems To Be Out Of Control

Sometimes, the world needs a little extra love. Here are some easy, selfless ways to treat someone with kindness today.

1. Surprise them with their favorite tea or coffee.

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2. Genuinely ask how they are doing.

3. Finish their least favorite chore.

4. Be quick to listen and slow to speak.

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5. Braid or play with their hair.

6. Leave them an appreciation note.

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7. Send a song that reminds you of them.

8. Cook them a home-made meal.

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9. Slip notes in their lunchbox.

10. Knit them a scarf or blanket.

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11. Organize a movie night.

12. Bring them a bouquet of their favorite flowers.

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13. Write them a personal poem.

14. Patch up their torn clothes.

15. Wake them up with a warm breakfast.

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16. Tidy up their room while they’re gone.

17. Schedule a time to call them.

18. Settle indifferences with patience.

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19. Deliver their favorite food to their door.

20. Let them borrow your favorite books.

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21. Dance with them to a vinyl player (or Spotify works, too).

22. Let them have their much-needed space.

23. Give their pets lots of affection.

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24. Sweep their baby hairs from their face.

25. Bring them soup when they’re sick.

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26. Respect their friends and family, even if they’re a bit difficult.

27. Speak gently and purposefully.

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28. Bust out an intense workout together.

29. Dance together in the pouring rain.

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30. Express your appreciation for them.

31. Massage their aches and pains away.

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32. Know when the truth might only hurt them

33. Always give hello and goodbye hugs.

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34. Share your favorite recipes with them.

35. Help their anxiety by guiding them through breathing exercises.

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36. Think before you speak.

37. Avoid midnight conversations— it’s best to chat with a sober mind.

38. Make grocery trips an adventure.

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39. Be honest, even if it’s uncomfortable.

40. Shower them with personality compliments.

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41. Remember what caught their eye at the mall.

42. Let your arms be open when they’re hurting.

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43. Give them the AUX cord (happily, no complaining!)

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