How to Tell Someone You Appreciate Them

How to Tell Someone You Appreciate Them

Written by Harry Bird

Some people in our lives are special. They can be your parents, friends, partner, or any other person. These people have a special place in our hearts. They have been with us through thick and thin. They know us and will do anything for us. In this article know how you can tell someone you appreciate them.

These types of people are rare. In today's time, it is hard to find people who will selflessly think about you. But, when you find people like these, you need to act. Those people deserve some special treatment. They need to know how important they are in our life. They need to know that they are special. There are several ways how to tell someone you appreciate them.

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How about we write our feelings

How to Tell Someone You Appreciate Them

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Sometimes it feels awkward to say to someone how much they mean to us out loud. We both know how much we love each other, we know when the time comes we will do anything for each other. But to say it out loud, we just can't. At that time, we can try to write our feelings.

You don’t have to be a writer or a poet to rhyme. Just take a pen and paper and just keep writing whatever is in your mind. If it's gibberish, still write it down. Just keep writing whatever comes to your mind.

After the writing, if the number of pages exceeds your expectations and is turned into a book. Then you can just give it by tying a ribbon on the front. Or if you think most of them are just pointless talking, then give them a check and read them. You can shorten the length of the writing.

The thought and effort you made into writing each word will speak so much more. It’s the sentiment behind every action that counts. In today's world, we are just so busy with ourselves. We barely have the time to just sit down with someone let alone showing a gesture like this.

But we should do these things. It will not only make the person happy but we will also feel it. Seeing our loved ones happy is one of the best feelings in the world. And if it because of us – well that’s just a cherry on top. 

Getting crafty

How to Tell Someone You Appreciate Them

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When we gift something to someone made with our own hands, it shows our love so much more. That's how to tell someone you appreciate them. Who doesn’t love a homemade crafty item? You can make anything. It can be a card, a piece of handmade jewelry, a bracelet, or anything else. There are many other benefits of handmade gifts.

You can personalize them accordingly. You can add bits from your fondest memories or personality traits. Anything you do will just add more and more beauty and value to the gift. These handmade gifts are unique.

They carry so much sentiment. You can get your loved one the most expensive thing, but the handmade things hold a different place. The fact that everything is assembled and made from scratch is a thoughtful gesture.

Compliment

How to Tell Someone You Appreciate Them

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There is another way to show appreciation to the person. You can complement the person. The first compliment you can give is the effort and love the person shows you. The sacrifices the person made for you.

This is not in any level flattery. It is basically acknowledgement of the person and its deeds in your life. Complimenting is a big deal. The person will get touched and will appreciate the gesture. You can warm the person's heart.

But the compliments should come from your heart. You shouldn't take some lines off the internet m I mean you can say some nice words about someone who holds such an important place in your heart and life. For some people, it can be hard. People who have trouble speaking or adjusting to crowds.

But even then, you will be able to find words for your loved person if you dig deep. This will make your relationship stronger.

Hugs

A hug says so many things. It shows the person how much you care and love them. A hug will express more feelings than you can ever imagine. Sometimes people go through hard times in their life.

During that time, you can be a support to them. People need someone to just hug and cry. You can be that person. This way you can tell them how much appreciate them. That is why, you are here.

If you are someone who cannot show much physical affection, then a hug from you will say and do more than a thousand pages of letters. It's this kind of small gesture that strengthens the bond.

A day off!

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There are so many ways you can gift someone. It's not just the expensive things that show that you appreciate them. You can give them a day off and do all their errands. You can help them with their chores.

If they are someone who could really use  a helping hand, go be one. Even if it is for one day. It can be your mom, your friend who is under a lot stress, you dad, your siblings, anyone. Everyone appreciates help.

Especially during times they really need it. During that time, you can't just do something and ask them to come. Their work load and pressure will not let them relax or enjoy. Instead you could help them with their chores.

You can give a spa day, an off day while you hold the fort for them. This is really a thought gift. And don’t think that your one day of help won't mean anything. It’s the sentiment through which you came through will touch the person's heart. 

A place with memories

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You can go to a place where you have shared memories. Suppose a park, a restaurant, or any other place. You can take your special person there on a trip. You can show them how much they mean to you. This gesture is so perfect. You can recreate your memory in the special place. You can also create new memories in this way. This is one of the best steps how to tell someone you appreciate them.

A text

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Saying someone you appreciate them doesn't always need to be something grand. You can say this over a text. There are several ways we say our loved ones that we appreciate them.

It can be the daily good morning or good night text you exchange, the daily checking up you do on text and something like these. These features show how much you actually appreciate a person. You show them through your task. 

We have compiled a list of things you can say and write to your special person. 

1. You always know how to make me laugh. Thanks for always being there.

2. Thank you for always being my rock. 

3. You have been there by my side through thick and thin and I want you to know I will do the same for you. 

4. Thank you for always believing in me. You have encouraged me to push my boundaries. 

5. So glad to have you in my life. 

6. You have been a blessing since day 1. 

7. Thank you for always listening and never judging. 

8. Everything feels peaceful and happy when you are around. 

9. Some people enter your life and make it so much better. You have been that person in my life and I wouldn’t trade you for anyone or anything. 

10. Thank you for always setting me straight. It might not seem like it but I always appreciate it. 

11. You have always taken the responsibility for me and my actions. Don’t know who would ever do it for me. 

12. I know I don’t say it enough but I love you. 

13. Even if I can't say how much you mean to me, I will show it in my actions every day.

14. Thank you for always believing in me. 

15. Thank you for continuing to give me even when I couldn’t repeat it. 

16. I want to thank you for everything you did and still do, but I don’t know where to start. 

17. Thank you for the best childhood and adulthood. 

18. You are the person who always brings out the best in me.

19. “One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives.” – Euripides

20. I just want you to know that I would do anything for you. 

Conclusion

These are some of the lines that we have assembled for you. If you are someone who doesn’t have any clue on what to say or write, you can take help from it. Remember the best ones come straight from the heart.

You will say something about your shared memory, you can write a poem about the person or anything. Appreciation can be shown in so many ways. It can be small or big gestures, it can be things you have been doing, things you give. No gesture is small or big. Just do what you think will make the person happy.

About the Author

A Husband, father of 6 and musician, Harry decided to create BirdnSoul to share his mindful journey with the world, and help others become more mindful in their daily lives.

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