Plan Fun Surprises
Though grand declarations have their place, small surprises also spark joy and convey thoughtfulness. Get creative with unexpected delights like bringing home their favorite dessert, taking over a chore they dislike or whisking them away on a mystery date.
Tailor surprises to their unique interests, too! For instance, if they’re a film buff, gift tickets to an indie movie festival. If they love music, create a personalized playlist of songs that remind you of them.
Thoughtful surprises reinforce that you’re attuned to who they are as an individual. So sprinkle excitement into their routine whenever possible!
Compliment Their Appearance
Words of affirmation are powerful, especially when focused on your partner’s looks. After all, feeling desirable is key for confidence and self-esteem. So make an effort to regularly vocalize how attractive you find them.
Sincerely praise their smile, hairstyle or fashion sense. Tell them how nice they look for date night or compliment a recent selfie. Appreciative words about appearance make your significant feel seen, admired and validated.
Just be sure compliments are sincere rather than empty flattery. Comments with specificity or tying back to memories feel most genuine.
Be Physically Affectionate
While verbal praise matters, physical touch also profoundly communicates love. Research shows affectionate contact releases “feel good” hormones like oxytocin, dopamine and serotonin. So incorporate more hand-holding, cuddling, back rubs and sex into your everyday interactions.
Sometimes life gets so busy that physical affection falls by the wayside. But it only takes a few seconds to give your partner’s hand a supportive squeeze or pull them in for a kiss. Remind them that no matter how hectic things get, your bond remains a priority.
Small loving touches reinforce warmth and care, making your significant other feel cherished.