Whether in the introductory phase, in a partnership or in marriage – a small proof of love in between is balm for every relationship and lets the butterflies fly longer. But many find it difficult to turn their innermost outward or to find the right words for proof of love. The good news: you don't have to!
If you want to show your love to your partner, you don't need long declarations of love on scented letterhead. Neither does he have to recite romantic sayings from great poets. No, the good thing about proofs of love is that they are much more effective if you do without words entirely – and prefer to let actions speak.
What is proof of love anyway?
A proof of love is basically everything that gives the other person the feeling of being a special person – and being loved. The list is of course long. We have 12 gestures for inspiration.
Come closer! Talk to the body
Kissing, hugging, tenderly brushing a strand of hair off your face: all of these are wonderful little gestures, with which you can show your love to your partner – even outside of their feathers and without simply saying "I love you".
I'll do it for you! Take on annoying tasks
Crouch in the waiting room with the ailing child. Call the stuffy electrician. Dusting off the garden chairs – we're not exactly up to many tasks. The greater the proof of love when the other signals: "Let me do that."
Proud like Oskar: admiring the other
Be there when the partner is on stage at the theater performance – and then enthusiastically tell about it in the circle of friends. Honestly admire and praise each other's organizational talent – in short: To be proud of the partner and to show it – one of the most beautiful proofs of love ever!
It's done: Cooking something nice
Yes, it's a truism, but a good one: love goes through the stomach. It doesn't have to be the three-course menu – even something banal like a scrambled egg with tomatoes can taste better than a feast, if we realize: it was made as proof of love.
Definitely a proof of love! Make sacrifices for others
You are actually dead tired, but in the evening there is still this party invitation from his buddy. Even if you would probably not notice if you skip: Your partner will appreciate that you as proof of love makes a compromise. Often the parties you don't feel like are the best anyway.
Basic requirement: be attentive
In a survey by the online dating agency "Parship", more than every second woman (55 percent) said that it is not always the big gestures that make them happy, but rather the little attentions in everyday life, the mini proofs of love: a romantic breakfast in bed or a sweet love message on the fridge.
Just do it: get things regulated
Men often see this as their domain: they repair the dripping tap or build a new, elaborately designed shelf in the living room. Not always because they are so skilled at crafting. It should also be just a little proof of love.
There is no more proof of love: reserve time for each other
What goes without saying for newly in love, also works for long-term couples: to consciously take time for each other. Do romantic things. Be close to the other.
Surprise, surprise: surprise the other
According to the "Parship" survey, almost every third woman (30 percent) is melting away when her partner spontaneously kidnaps her – be it to the cinema, for a fine dinner or just for a surprising walk.
Difficult but important: respect each other's hobbies
Can't understand what your favorite ice hockey player finds so exciting? For his part, he wonders what should be so great about yoga? You don’t have to understand each other’s hobbies as a proof of love – but if you are benevolent to them instead of expressing lack of understanding, both sides are happier.
Essential: listen carefully
With hardly anything you can score as well as with listening carefully. The feeling that the partner is not distracted, but rather ear is a damn good declaration of love.
A great proof of love: be reliable
It is not for nothing that being able to rely on others is high on the list of partnership ideals – and is one of the most important proofs of love. Because we know that sometimes you have to stretch a lot to keep your promises. There are always stupid situations, but those who love each other will do everything they can to keep their promises.
Do you provide these 12 proofs of love either way? Great, then maybe you can really start a poetic poem. Let yourself be inspired by our lyrical collections: Sayings and Valentine's Day sayings.
By the way: Here you will find all information about the day of love – Valentine's Day.