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Offer to help her with things. Lending a helping hand is a great way to show your girlfriend how much you care about her and help her feel special. Offer to pitch in without waiting for her to ask.[1]
- For example, you might say, “Hey, you’ve been working hard all day. Why don’t you let me cook dinner tonight?”
Tip: When you help out with things, don’t act like you expect something in return or complain about the work. That’s likely to lead to hard feelings and make the gesture seem less special.
2: Give her gifts from time to time. Brighten your girlfriend’s day and show her you’re thinking of her by giving her a gift now and then. It can be for a special occasion, when she’s feeling down, or just because. Don’t worry about blowing a lot of money on anything fancy—she’ll likely appreciate the gesture, even if it’s something small or simple.[2] -
- The gifts you get will feel more meaningful if they connect to who she is as a person or what makes your relationship special. For example, you might print out and frame a nice picture of the two of you or buy her a mug with her favorite quote on it.
- When you give her the gift, say something like, “I saw this and thought of you!”
3: Schedule quality time with her. Spending regular one-on-one time with your girlfriend is one of the best ways to deepen your bond with her and help her feel loved. Try to schedule a date night or some other special time together for just the two of you at least once a week.[3]- For example, you might have dinner and a movie, go for a walk together, or just hang out at home together and play video games.
- Take turns choosing what you do during your time together. Letting her call the shots sometimes will show that you value her wants and needs.
4: Show her physical affection. Physical touch is an important part of a romantic relationship for most people. Show affection for your girlfriend by holding hands, hugging, kissing, or giving her a backrub. Just make sure you ask her what she’s comfortable with and respect her wishes if she doesn’t want to be touched! -
- Sex is an important part of a healthy relationship for many couples, but try to incorporate physical touch that isn’t sexual. Your girlfriend will likely feel more comfortable—and enjoy your intimate moments more—if your kisses and hugs don’t always come with strings attached
