BY LIV WALDE
If your partner or friend cringes when you gush about gratitude, it might be because they prefer receiving gratitude through acts of service, so understanding their love language can help you express appreciation in a way that resonates with them.
Incorporate specific statements of gratitude by pinpointing the exact actions or deeds that your loved ones have done for you, showing that you noticed and care, and avoid taking them for granted, acknowledging their efforts no matter how big or small.
One way to demonstrate your appreciation for someone is by actively engaging and being fully present in moments with them, acknowledging and expressing gratitude for specific actions or gestures, and consistently showing up and prioritizing them in your life.
After taking the first step to improve gratitude expression, it's important to maintain consistency and incorporate it regularly without overdoing it, demonstrating that the person is a priority and sincerely appreciated.
Continuously explore and experiment with different methods of gratitude expression, tailoring them to your partner's love language and surprising them with handwritten notes, new experiences, handmade gifts, and creative gestures to demonstrate your ongoing appreciation and avoid becoming predictable.