As Valentine’s Day approaches, everyone is scrambling to find an extravagant gift for their special someone or trying to woo someone into being their Valentine. Either way, the holiday seems to be the day where everyone displays his or her most romantic ideas. But appreciating one another shouldn’t be dimmed down to one day or one person. Here are some tips to continuous cherish everyone in your life throughout the whole year!
1. Make a date
Whether with a long time friend or a new friend, keep up with the people in your life. Grab lunch with them once a month or even explore new places together. Nothing’s better than adventure time plus bonding. Other great ideas for bonding are DIY projects, making meals together, or even having a conversation at Aldrich Park.
2. Random texts, messages or phone calls
Who doesn’t love random texts, especially those “good morning” texts that make you look forward to your day? Make someone feel extra special with a random text, especially anyone you can’t see often because they go to a different school or live elsewhere. Even take it to another level by sending out a handwritten message! Nothing beats the old-school ways of communicating.
3. Pay attention and say thank you
Whether it’s by turning your phone off or giving feedback during a conversation, attention to the other person is key. Try turning your phones off during meals and giving your friend your undivided attention. Also, awareness is important in any relationship. Thus saying “thank you” is a great indicator of appreciation for any deed, big or small. When simply said, those two words carry a lot of meaning. They express gratitude and appreciation towards other’s actions, letting them know that their effort in the relationship is well cherished.
4. All about the thoughts and attitude
A positive attitude goes a long way. Don’t stay mad for long periods of time in your relationships; it just takes up too much energy and puts strain on the relationship. Put aside your pride and try to see eye to eye with the other person more often. Be giving, try to see the better parts of everything and accept people for who they are.
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