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4 Ways to Show Family and Friends You Appreciate Them
by Reggie Moore Professional writer and proto entrepreneurEveryone wants to feel connected
to family and friends on a deep level. In a world where technology takes up so
much of our time and attention, how can we be involved in our families' lives so
they know we appreciate them? People receive love in different ways, but here
are several ways you can show love and appreciation for family members or
friends.
Communicate
Tell them you appreciate and love them with your words. This may often be
overlooked, but it is so important. Tell them you are glad to spend time with
them, are thankful for what they do, or appreciate something unique about them.
Also, ask your loved ones and friends about themselves, how they feel, or their
opinion. Then take time to listen to them without distraction. The art of
listening is a great skill to practice when in a community with others. When we
listen well, our friends and family will want to share more with us.
Share
a Meal
One of the best ways to show appreciation for a friend or family member is to
share a meal with them. Cooking a meal for them in your home and sitting down
to share that time together can be so meaningful. Your friend or family member
may have a favorite type of food or favorite restaurant. Take time to get to
cook what they like or to go with them to their favorite restaurant.
Consistent, daily family time around the dinner table is one of the best ways
to form a connection with those we love.
Spend
Time with Them
Both children and adults appreciate spending time with those they love. Quality
time spent could be watching a fun show on television, but it may also mean
teaching them a new skill such as sewing, hunting, or cooking. Often the older
generation has many skills the younger generation can learn if time is taken
to learn together. If your family member or friend likes to play board games,
that is also a great way to spend quality time with each other. Experiences
such as going hiking, shopping, playing music together, or playing sports are
all great shared activities.
Give Gifts
But remember that personalized
gifts have always, and will always, be more welcomed than any new object on the
marketplace. Personalizing gifts shows your friend that you remember the unique
things about them and that you value and notice their wonderful wackiness. If
you need help finding the perfect gift for your loved one, then this gift shop online can be of great help! Receiving
a gift like this, on every occasion, will open the floodgates of appreciation. A
gift like this is simple, inexpensive, and easy to purchase, but most
importantly, it’s thoughtful, and that’s what counts.
Be
Intentional
No matter how you decide to show appreciation, it needs to be intentional. We
make time for those we value. Clear, supportive communication, sharing meals,
and spending time with those we love are all great ways to get started in
showing appreciation for friends and family.
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About Reggie Moore 
Professional writer and proto entrepreneur
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