5 Ways to Tell Your Partner You Love Them

We communicate our emotions in various ways. When we’re sad, we tear up. When we’re happy, our voice becomes high-pitched. These indicators reflect and impact those around you. But how do we communicate a feeling that is so powerful that we can’t fathom it? How do we successfully condense the feeling of sheer appreciation and the warmth of love to our partners?

Here are five ways.

1.    A Hearty Gift

The Gentoo penguins are a fascinating bird species residing in the rocky Antarctic beaches. These icy landscapes comprise very little for these little waddlers to build their nests.

But, even when there isn’t much going on, one can always find happiness in love.

The male Gentoo penguins sift through the pebbles for the best ones, scooping them up in their beaks and carrying them to their partners as a gift to acknowledge their relationship.

There’s nothing more beautiful than a token of love gifted by your partner. It shows consideration, thoughtfulness, effort, and appreciation. Now, when you’re thinking about what to gift your partner, it’s all about what resonates with them on a personal level. Perhaps they’ve subtly mentioned something during a walk through the supermarket, maybe a shade of purple they like or a rare flower. The beauty is in acknowledging the details.

2.    Be Vocal!

Besides gifts, nothing sends a message of love better than saying it out loud. Prepare a little speech, catching them off guard during dinner. Tell them how much you love them after a hard day’s work. You don’t need to go over the top to make it sound super romantic; focus on doing justice to the emotion that makes you love them.

3.    Long Live Dates

Ah, yes. The classic celebration of love, the date. A date is usually considered a feature of the “honeymoon” phase of the relationship. And with time, going out on dates becomes less of a priority. The key is to keep this spark alive. Take your partner out to their favorite restaurant, perhaps the amusement park you two loved to go to, or maybe just a cute little evening at the local ice cream parlor. Dates are ever-green because you prioritize quality time with your partner, letting them know that spending time with them is all you need.

4.    It’s the Little Gestures

It’s not all about grandiose expressions of love. With time, you will find that it is the little things that help you connect with your partner. These are kind gestures that, even though subtle, leave a lasting impact in the long run. For example, texting them if they’ve had lunch, bringing home their favorite dessert, and asking about their day before you begin telling them about yours are just some examples of “the little things” that show your appreciation for them.

5.    Bring Back the Letters

Before the world went digital, there was a time when expressions of love weren’t communicated through mere emojis. It was much more intimate, much more intentional. Letters were exchanged, and so were feelings, effectively through writing. There is something very personal about writing down a letter. Each imperfection in your handwriting is vulnerable and raw, representing how you feel. Let’s bring back the good old days and leave letters or notes for your partners to wake up to.

The beautiful thing about love is that there isn’t just one particular way to express it. Encapsulating the creative expression of love, one couple has released their adorable book, Sticky Notes & Love Poems. The book comprises beautifully and thoughtfully written love poems Mark Galaviz wrote to his partner, Kayla Griffin. This book is an ode to all those who have loved, are in love, and want to fall in love. Grab your copy by clicking on the link!