Creative Ways to Express Your Love

More important than telling someone that you love them is showing them.  Ask anyone in a relationship and they’ll tell you that it isn’t hearing the words, “I love you,” that makes them feel safe and secure in a relationship, but its when they see those words acted out and demonstrated that they know their partner truly loves them. 

Without seeing action, words are empty, void, and meaningless.  In fact, many relationships have ended even though one partner repeatedly said those three simple words.  However, without putting action to what was verbally said, their partner simply didn’t believe or feel that they were loved and moved on.  If you are in a relationship and want to make certain that your partner knows and is assured that you love them, it is vitally important to express and not just verbalize you love.

The first way to express and demonstrate your love is to show respect.  You should never compare your partner to someone else.  When speaking to them, always be kind and courteous. 

It’s amazing how many people essentially destroy their relationships by speaking harshly and disrespectfully to their partner.  You should always look for little ways to show your love.  Opening doors for the woman in your life, or offering to bring your man a drink when you get one, may seem like small things, but those actions speak volumes and reassure your partner that you love and respect them.

One of the most important areas of any successful relationship is communication.  You can show your partner that you value their opinion and increase the depth of your communication, simply by giving them your full attention when they are talking.  This may mean not interrupting, changing the subject, and saying an occasional, “Oh yes, I completely agree, “ to let your partner know that they have your full, undivided attention. When your partner knows that you value what they say and listen to them, they are assured that you love them and think they are important.  However, if you continually interrupt, cut off your partner when they are talking, or are simply bored or disinterested by what they have to say, it won’t be long before they sense that the relationship is turning sour.

A great way to strengthen your relationship and let your partner know that you love them is by laughing together.  It may seem cliché, but laughter is the best medicine, and there is simply no better way to clear the air, tension, and any past issues than by laughing whole heartedly with one another.  Whether it means renting a comedy movie and snuggling close to watch it, or spending an evening out at a comedy club, you’ll find that the more you laugh together, the stronger your relationship will be.  

Another aspect of this is to show your partner that you are happy to be around them.  This may mean greeting them with a smile on your face when he or she comes home, or letting them know how delighted you are to speak to them on the phone.  When your partner knows that they truly make you happy, they will be assured of your love.