15 Ways to Show Love Without Saying “I Love You”
I remember the very first time my husband and I exchanged the phrase “I Love You.” As young college students, we were sure that our love could conquer the world.
Fast forward 5 years, 1 marriage, 2 college degrees, and a toddler (with another baby on the way) later, and love has taken on a whole new meaning. The love my husband and I now share is deeper than ever before.
Although saying “I Love You” is a common phrase in my home, I’ve realized that words without actions are meaningless. As the season of love is in the air, why not take the time to SHOW your loved one just how much they mean to you.
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15 Ways to Show Love Without Saying “I Love You”
1. Compliment loved one in the presence of others. Also, be sure to compliment the little things: a new hair cut, shirt, achievement, etc.
2. Help your loved one check an item off their bucket list.
3. Make a playlist of all of “your” songs.
4. Set apart a designated “date night” each week. Let them choose their favorite restaurant or activity.
5. Learn their love language and show your love in their language.
6. Let them know when you miss them.
7. Leave their favorite treat on their pillow just because.
8. Service goes a long way – do your loved one’s least favorite chore.
9. Make a special effort to remember the little things; if they mention that they enjoyed a dish at a restaurant, try to recreate it at home, etc.
10. Get dressed up for a candle light dinner at home.
11. Leave an inspirational quote or message on the bathroom mirror.
12. Recreate your first date.
13. Share a hobby or something that’s meaningful to you. In return, ask to learn more about your loved one’s favorite hobby.
14. Surprise loved one by bringing them a special lunch to work.
15. Send loved one a special card – take the time to write a meaningful message conveying reasons why you love and appreciate them.
Hearing “I love you” on Valentines Day is often expected, and even if heartfelt, may not be received well because it is so overused. So how do we know what to say? How can we communicate how we feel about someone? This Valentines Day, let Hallmark help you #PutYourHeartToPaper; after-all, everyone appreciates a good old fashioned love letter. With many Hallmark cards to choose from, you’ll be able to choose a card that speaks directly to that special someone. This Valentines Day, go beyond the traditional “I love you’s” and find meaningful and personal ways to express your feelings.
These ideas are mostly all ones I’m familar with and do on an any day basis. It’s nice to be reminded of them to ensure I am in fact doing them though.
Adorably cute ideas! Often it’s the little things that bring a smile!
Love this list! One of the ways I show love to my hubby is by watching television programs and movies with him that he enjoys, even when I’m not all that crazy about them.
Always act like you are still dating. That’s how we show our love, we hold hands, send random texts, all the little things.
I am loving Hallmark’s new site and the couple video’s in #PutYourHeartToPaper series make me cry. I love your list too. My hubby and I have been married for 22 years and we never let a phone call or text end without saying we love each other.
Wonderful tips! I really like the one about helping them cross an item off their bucket list. That’s a fantastic idea!
We’re far away from each other but never get tired of saying those phrases when we have the chance to chat. I think those ideas are great! I want to learn how to bake because DH is cook and want to impress him with my recipes. 😉
Great ideas! I love doing the special lunches!
I know I tend to think that I’m showing my love in practical ways, but I fall in and out of the habit of doing ‘non-practical’ things that show I’m still head over heels for her.
I love this list! I’ve been working really hard to “be present” in our marriage and not get wrapped up in only work and kids.
We have been married almost 30 years. I think too one way to show someone you love then is always be kidn- use those ‘please’ and ‘thank yous’ when you talk to them. Common courtesy goes a very long way.
Show them you appreciate what they do.
If they are ill (which happens as you age more often) be attentive be kind be supportive and if they get testy, dont take it personallly.
There are so many small ways to say I love you.
I love this list. For me I would rather have these little things than hearing I love you.
What great ideas. I need to do some of these for my husband, sometimes I get too complacent.
I like the try to recreate a menu dish they liked at a restaurant at home, great idea that is sure to win them over.
I show my love by doing the little things that he appreciates. He always remembers little things for me too.
Me and my boyfriend should definitely do some of these. Recreating a date would be a lot of fun!
Oh I love all these ideas! What a great way to make someone feel loved. For my husband it’s when I find him the hottest hot sauce possible. He knows i love him when I get one of those. Cause he’s crazy for it, and he knows I”m not. so he knows I”m really loving him when I spoil him with it. 🙂
These are wonderful ways to show your love . I like to cook for my loved ones.
These are wonderful ideas! Actions definitely speak louder than words so I love the idea of showing love, not just saying it.
Your list is wonderful. Thanks for the sweet ideas.
These are all such sweet ideas!! We already do a few of them, but there are others that I need to start doing!! Especially weekly date nights! That is SO important!!
Love these ideas. My hubby shows me he loves me by working like a dog. Someday , I know we’ll be a bit more romantic!
Those are some great ones, they all put a smile on my face. My personal fave is when hubby comes home with a special coffee for me. The love!
I think the give and take is very important, realizing that if you want your loved one to take part in your interests, you must take interest in theirs! This is a great list!
I love this list. We are big fans of date night and sharing each others hobbies.
These are all really great ideas!! Its crazy how much love can evolve over time and how simple things can mean so much.
I *Love* your article. Your right those 3 words are often over played so backing them up with actions is wonderful. I never would have thought of a few of these ideas.
These are all great ideas! Saying, “I love you” is nice, but actions are so much better.
Oh what great ideas. I show love through baking 😉
I love to show love through meals and cooking. I find the way to people’s hearts in through their stomachs.
These are such great idea’s! I love how they can be so simple to do but have such a big impact!!!!
Those are all great ideas. My hubby is really good at showing me how much he loves me.