How to Make Someone Feel Loved

In a society that seems to be in a perpetual state of rush, it can be hard to slow down enough to meet the needs of the one you love. Take the time to show you care by making a conscious effort to share your feelings on a continual basis. You may be surprised at just how easy it is to make another person feel loved.

Instructions

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Verbalize your feelings. It's not enough to assume the people in your life just know you love them. Saying the words, "I love you" is a powerful way to communicate what is in your heart. The New Testament book of Romans, chapter 10 verse 17, reminds people that "faith comes by hearing." Hearing your affirmation of love helps strip away insecurities and lessens doubts.

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Love notes speak volumes to others.

Write it down. From notes written in eye-liner on the bathroom mirror to cards waiting in the driver's seat, these written mementos can brighten someone's day. The written word has the power to touch someone deeply because it is tangible evidence of your feelings. The simplicity in the idea does not negate the impact you make by taking the time to write a love note.

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Taking the time to just be with him makes him feel loved.

Give him your time. In his book, "Love and Respect," Emerson Eggerichs suggests that men are often touched by the simple act of just hanging out with the one they love. Whether it's sitting on a stool in the garage while your husband changes the oil or snuggling next to him while watching football, the gift of time, without any agenda, is often the love language that speaks the loudest to him.

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Kindness includes indulging her harmless whims.

Treat her with kindness. Synonyms for the word kindness include courtesy, grace, mercy, service, favor and indulgence. Keep a check on how you respond to her by asking yourself if you are showing mercy when she confesses to a deliberate mistake; indulgence when you splurge for an hour of pampering or courtesy whenever going about the most mundane day-to-day activities. These kind gestures build a strong bond that leave little room for negativity.

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Lift up, don't tear down. Never point out his faults publicly, even in jest. Focus on his finer qualities and encourage him to build on them. Joel Osteen, pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Tex., says that when he has an issue with his wife he starts the conversation with her by pointing out her better traits. The practice of building up your spouse before airing even the smallest grievance reassures him of your love and genuine desire to see him become the very best he can be.

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Take care of yourself and enjoy a long and productive relationship.

Take care of yourself. The phrase "letting yourself go" may imply it's all about the looks, but the real truth is that a poor diet and lack of exercise affect more than your appearance. Show your love by staying healthy so you can stick around for a long, meaningful journey together.