5 Things You Do To Thoughtfully Show Your Partner You Love Them

We’ve all heard that love is an action, so it’s important to do things for your partner that show how much you love them instead of just saying those three little words. But when you’re busy with your everyday life, it’s hard to come up with sweet things to do or to know exactly how you should prove you love for someone.

The truth is, showing someone you care, isn’t as hard as you may think. Implementing these strategies can go a long way towards proving your love for your partner and ensuring that your bond stays strong, even through the toughest of times.

# Actively listen

In a world where we have our phones on us at all times, it can be easy to scroll through social media sites or text friends while you’re spending time with your partner. Silencing your phone and putting it down while your partner is telling you about their day shows them that they’re your priority and that you care about what they’re sharing with you.

Another important part of actively listening means not trying to fix your partner’s problems. Your partner is equipped to figure out what they need to do about an issue, and they may just need to vent. Give them the space to, and if they need feedback, know they’ll ask you for it.

# Make time for them

Once again, we all want to feel like we’re our partner’s priority. Even if it’s just 15 minutes at the end of the day or scheduling a date night, let your partner know you care by reserving that time for them.

# Appreciate them

If your partner takes out the garbage, makes your lunch, or drives the kids to their sports practice every week make sure to thank them for it. Even though it’s easy to take something like your everyday division of duties for granted, we all love appreciation for the little things. Sending a quick text like, “I know you hate taking out the garbage, but thanks so much for doing it every week!” or, “Thanks so much for taking time out of your busy schedule to make sure the kids get to baseball!” can go a long way towards ensuring your partner knows you appreciate them and all the things they do for you and your family.

# Compliment them

Make an effort to compliment your partner. Little things like “Your butt looks great in those jeans,” or, “I’m so proud of you for working out lately. You look really great!” can make someone’s day. If you had a particularly difficult conversation one morning, it can also let them know you still appreciate them if you send them a quick little text like, “Hey beautiful. I know this morning was tough, but I hope you have a great day!”

# Touch them

When you’re drained after running around after kids all day or trying to decompress after a difficult day at work, it might be the last thing on your mind to hold your partner’s hand or hug them. You might actually just want to mumble “‘night” before you head to bed, but physical affection releases feel-good hormones. These have been proven to inspire connection and closeness and reduce stress and anxiety. So instead of breezing by them to head to bed, take a moment to cuddle up.