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5 Things You Can Do For Your Valentine That Doesn’t Cost Any Money

Simple gestures based on The Five Love Languages

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Love is in the air! There’s no doubt couples will have to adjust their plans given that we’re still living in a COVID world and budgets may be tight, but there are ways you can show your special someone you love them by not spending a penny.

Here are five things you can do based on The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate by Gary Chapman.

Gift giving

Just because I have gift-giving on the list doesn’t mean you’ll need to spend a dime. Nothing says, “I love you,” like taking the time to make something with your own hands for the one you love. It shows thoughtfulness and commitment.

Here’s how to do that

Take a look around the house. If you’re handy or crafty, maybe you can create something out of supplies you already have laying around. Whether you’re artistic or not doesn’t matter — grab some paper, paints, markers, crayons, pens, or pencils are create a special card for your loved one.

Physical touch

Affection is key to showing someone you love and care about them. Touch creates a feeling of security and wellness in a relationship. Physical touch releases a hormone called dopamine, which is often referred to as the “happiness hormone.”

Here’s how to do that

Showing your love through physical touch is simple and easy. Go for a walk and hold your loved one’s hand. If they’re stressed, offer to give them a massage or rub their feet. Even something as simple as a hug and kiss will show a beautiful gesture you love and care for them.

Quality time

I think everyone can agree that there aren’t enough hours in the day, so time is one of the greatest gifts. We are busy with our day-to-day lives with work and family that it can be challenging to find time for the one we love. This is an excellent opportunity to be mindful and slow down and share a moment.

Here’s how to do that

The best way to create quality time is to be mindful of your schedules. Is there a time you can have together uninterrupted within the day?

Share a romantic meal, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Cook together or prepare the meal for the one you love. You’ll get extra points if you prepare your loved one’s favorite meal or dessert.

Take a walk or drive together and use the time to talk to one another. Catch up on your busy lives.

If you’re homebodies, take time to binge-watch a show you’ve both wanted to sit down and enjoy or watch a movie together.

You’ll both feel relaxed and refreshed commitment of time you’ve given one another.

Words of affirmation

We can get so busy and caught up in our daily lives in the hustle and bustle that we can forget to communicate on a romantic level with the one we love. Sometimes the longer we go without telling them we value them can leave our other half feeling weary and unappreciated.

It’s important to be mindful of that and make every effort to make the other feel supported and appreciated.

Here’s how to do that

Take a moment together and sit down to have a conversation. Or you can be mindful of their daily activities and say something of appreciation.

For example, if you see them making a meal, say, “You always cook for us, and I want you to know I appreciate how you always step up to do that. You make amazing meals, and I enjoy what you put together.”

If you’re loved one works long hours, say something like, “I know you put in long hours at the office, and I want you to know I appreciate how hard you work.”

Have there ever been times where you’ve seen your significant other feel defeated and stressed? Reach out and let them know they’re appreciated and offer to help support them in any way possible.

Most importantly, say, “I love you.” Don’t let them forget that they’re still the center of your world!

Acts of service

It’s important to be there for the ones we love. Doing something for someone you love is the ultimate sign of support. Your loved one won’t forget the time and effort you gave to do something for them to help free them up to relax and unwind.

Here’s how to do that

Generally, couples have their own set responsibilities. Some couples split their responsibilities evenly and sometimes they’re a little one-sided. Depending on your situation offer to help out to help lessen the burden for your loved one. Offer to the dishes, cook or even do the laundry.

Want to develop a communication skill set that will put your life on a whole new trajectory? Click here to grab my FREE Effective Communication Techniques that will place the world in the palm of your hands.

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