Saying “I love you” is the easiest way to communicate your love for someone, but sometimes, actions speak louder than words. If you want to show your spouse, significant other, or another special someone in your life just how much they mean to you, you should find a more creative way to express your love.
Creative Ways to Express Your Love
These are some of the most creative ways to express your love:
- Send flowers. Flower delivery is a longstanding tradition for a reason. Flowers are some of the most universally recognized symbols of affection, they’re visually beautiful, and they can fill any room with a wonderful floral scent for days to weeks. On top of that, arranging for a flower delivery is typically convenient and inexpensive. If you want to show some appreciation through your special someone, if you’re celebrating a holiday, or if you just want to symbolize your feelings in an aesthetically pleasing, traditional form, flowers could be the answer.
- Cook a special meal. Who doesn’t love good food? Another way to show your love is to cook a special meal for the person you love most. Consider making one of their favorite dishes or experimenting with ingredients that neither of you is familiar with. As long as you make an effort to make the meal special, it’s going to be appreciated.
- Write a note. Even if you don’t consider yourself good with words, writing little love notes to your partner can be an intimate expression of love and appreciation. Consider leaving sticky notes around the house, or place notes where you know they’re going to be seen, such as in their lunch box. If you’re feeling especially creative, consider adding a doodle or making a pun to take your notes to the next level.
- Plan a surprise adventure. Plan a surprise adventure for your loved one and create a new experience that both of you are likely to remember forever. If you want to up the immersion, consider blindfolding them as you lead them to their destination.
- Make a homemade gift. Almost any gift can serve a valuable function as a gesture of love, but you’re going to make an even bigger impact if your gift is homemade. Pick up a new craft or use skills you already have to create something unique, interesting, or practical.
- Give “love coupons.” So-called “love coupons” could be another amazing way to creatively show your love. These custom vouchers can be redeemed at the time of your partner’s choosing, and can entitle them to a number of special treats, such as a meal out to their favorite restaurant, a back rub, or the privilege to choose the next movie for movie night. There’s almost infinite flexibility here, so make some coupons you know they’re going to love.
- Help out around the house. Even small amounts of effort to provide support and assistance can make a big impact. Consider showing your love by helping out more around the house, doing laundry, doing the dishes, and accomplishing other minor chores.
- Do something you know they love. You probably know your partner better than anyone. What are some of their favorite activities? If they had unlimited time and money, what would they choose to do? Use this information to do something you know your partner is going to absolutely love, whether that means planning a new vacation or just breaking out an old board game.
- Provide physical touch. Humans bond and communicate via physical touch. Though some people appreciate physical touch more than others, almost all of us benefit from hugs, kisses, and other physical gestures of affection. If you want to express your love more frequently or in different ways, provide different types of physical touch; gentle massages, cuddles in new positions, and holding hands can all speak volumes.
- Appreciate their efforts. People crave being appreciated. If your partner is working especially hard, consider specifically appreciating their efforts verbally. Acknowledge what they’ve been doing, compliment them on the work they’ve done, and encourage them to keep putting in the same level of effort.
Loving Your Special Someone
While the recommendations in this list were created to be as universally appreciated as possible, it’s important to recognize that every individual is unique. Different people show love in different ways, and different people prefer different gestures of love as a recipient. As a simple example, some people feel loved when they’re given plenty of space, while others hate the idea of being alone for even a moment. Whatever gestures of love you provide to your partner, make sure their wants and needs are at the top of your mind.