With these beautiful ideas you show your love
Oh yes, love – when you have found the right partner, it is the most beautiful feeling in the world! And of course we want to express this feeling. Be it a small saying or just a nice gesture: there are many different ways to show your love to your loved one. But especially when you have been in a relationship for a long time, routine quickly creeps in in everyday life; Romance and appreciation are often neglected. But it doesn’t matter whether you’re newly in love or have been together for a long time: We’ve collected nine small gestures for you that you can use to prove your love to your sweetheart – without it getting cheesy!
1. Token of love: Hide small messages
It doesn’t always have to be a big gift to show love. Write sweet declarations of love like “I love you” or something similar on different pieces of paper and hide them in your jacket pocket, in the car or stick a small note on the fridge. This shows him/her that you are thinking of him/her. A little gift that is guaranteed to put a smile on your partner’s face.
2. Token of love: surprise him/her with your favorite food
It is well known that love goes through the stomach. So how about a romantic dinner for two to express your affection? Surprise your sweetheart with their favorite meal after a stressful day. Arrange it nicely, put out some candles, maybe even hang up some heart shaped balloons and he/she will love it. A nice gift of love in a partnership!
3. Proof of love: Be creative and write something
Admittedly, tokens of love such as love letters, poems and sayings are not for everyone. Nevertheless, this gift idea is a great opportunity to really pour out your heart and let your feelings run free. If you don’t shy away from a little bit of kitsch, you can write a personal text to your loved one. It is also a nice idea to create your own crossword puzzle using letters, love messages and sayings. Need some inspiration? Have a look here: Love Sayings: The most beautiful sayings for lovers, romantics and enthusiasts.
A little tip: Wrapped or framed in a pretty envelope , the love message is twice as romantic – and it shows that you have really thought about this gesture. And if you’re on the road or you haven’t seen your sweetheart for a long time, even small WhatsApp messages like “I love you”, “Thinking of you” or nice compliments can be a great love gift.
4. Token of Love: Organize a romantic evening
Be honest, when was the last time you really took time for each other and spent a romantic evening together? Think about how you can surprise your partner in everyday life. As a token of love, you can, for example, organize a small wellness evening with candlelight, heart-shaped balloons and a bath together, throw yourself in lingerie or whatever else you can think of. With such a love gift you are always right.
5. Token of love: Try his/her hobby
He/She likes to play football, loves sailing or climbing, but you can’t do anything with it? The solution: The greatest token of love is to support the person you love with their hobby. So go ahead, cheer for his/her favorite team at the next soccer game!
6. Proof of love: seek physical contact
No matter how long you’ve been together, physical contact is immensely important in a relationship. Almost half of all Germans agree: A study by Parship and INNOFACT AG in 2018 showed that for 45% of people , regular physical contact is the greatest token of love. An intimate hug between shows your affection and can work wonders.
7. Token of love: Support with worries and problems
Most Germans are also happy about support with worries and problems in a relationship: According to the study, 48% of men and 40% of women want a partner who will stand by them in difficult times. Give your loved one an open ear and look for a solution together.
8. Token of love: Take care of small errands
Taking out the garbage, going shopping, putting the kids to bed or fixing the broken chair in the kitchen: relieving the pressure on the person you love and doing small errands from time to time is the ultimate token of love in a relationship.
9. Token of Love: Fulfill a heart’s desire
Think about what your partner longs for and has always wanted to do. It could be seeing an old friend, going to a musical, or doing a crazy experience like bungee jumping or skydiving. Whatever your loved one wishes: fulfilling it is a great token of love and also a great gift idea.
With these little tokens of love you show your sweetheart how much he or she means to you. As you can see, it doesn’t always have to be a big gift to express affection and gratitude. Actions that really come from the heart often speak louder than words.
