7 Romantic Gestures We All Secretly Wish Our Partners Would Do

A Thoughtful Note • Unexpected Romance • Being Cared For When Sick • Fighting for the Relationship • Turning off Distractions • More ...

7 Romantic Gestures We All Secretly Wish Our Partners Would Do
By Holly • Oct 19, 2013 MD

There are things we all wish our partners would do for us, even if we don't always admit it out loud. It is nice to have a bit of romance in your life, even when it doesn't happen every single day. We just need small moments to tell us how much the person we love cares. Whether you have been together for months or years, there are thoughtful gestures we all appreciate.

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1. A Thoughtful Note

Wouldn't you love your own personal poem or love letter? It is incredibly sweet to know that someone likes you enough to compose something just for you. It means that you are on their mind and that you mean something special. One of the things we all wish our partners would do is show that they care through their words. Actions can say a lot, but you can express your love powerfully through a handwritten note.

2. Unexpected Romance

You expect to be treated well on your birthday or anniversary, but you don't always expect someone to be romantic on a random Tuesday afternoon. Receiving unexpected flowers from a service like 1-800-Flowers or a nice meal out of nowhere will make your connection grow. They didn't have to do something sweet, but they decided to because they love you. Unexpected romance is a beautiful reminder that you have a partner who truly values you.

3. Being Cared For When Sick

When we are little, our parents take care of us when we come down with the flu. When we are older, being sick often stops being a time when we are pampered. If your partner brings you chicken noodle soup or medication when you are feeling under the weather, it is deeply appreciated. It means that they like you enough to risk getting sick themselves. Of course, you will want to return the favor when they catch your sickness.

4. Fighting for the Relationship

If you have an argument and need some space, you still want to know they care enough to work it out. If someone else shows interest, you want your partner to choose you without a second thought. After a disagreement, you don't want them to just give up on the relationship. You want to see the effort to make things right. When someone really cares, they will find a healthy way to communicate and make things better again.

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5. Turning off Distractions

Have you ever felt like you are competing for attention? When you are spending time together, you want their full presence. You don't want them to be constantly distracted by a PlayStation game or endlessly scrolling on their phone. When they are focused on something else, it can feel dismissive. It is a massive confidence boost when they silence notifications, shut out the rest of the world, and just spend quality time with you.

6. Spontaneous Dancing

It is genuinely romantic to slow dance in the living room. Even if you don't have perfect rhythm, the two of you can just enjoy the moment and laugh together. If you stumble, you will have a fun memory to look back on. It is an intimate, screen-free activity that will make you feel closer and spice up your date night.

7. Simply Being There

Sometimes, we just want someone to reply to our texts, come over to watch movies, and be a comforting presence. We want someone to vent to and to laugh with after a stressful day. If your partner is there for you through the highs and the lows, you know you have found a keeper. It means they understand that you are not always going to be perfect. At the end of the day, we just want someone to stick around and love us for exactly who we are.

Hopefully, you find someone who treats you the way you deserve to be treated. What thoughtful gestures do you wish your partner would do more often? What is the most amazing thing someone has done for you in the past?

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  • Nicky

    2013-10-20T01:02:34.000Z

    #4 awesome
  • Paige

    2013-10-20T20:45:23.000Z

    My boyfriend has literally done every single one of these things :)
  • Natalie

    2013-10-19T13:08:46.000Z

    Oh I love when my boyfriend takes care of me when I\'m sick! But I have a horrible immunesystem so he has to stay away when he\'s sick. I hate that!
  • Goldie

    2013-10-19T17:27:29.000Z

    Pay my college tuition
  • Jillian

    2013-10-19T13:55:43.000Z

    Big YES to #4!
  • Becca

    2013-10-19T14:56:05.000Z

    Agree with Jillian. None of the other things are worth it if he doesn\'t fight for you.
  • stefany

    2013-10-23T21:43:02.000Z

    My fiancé has done that since the beginning even when we first started talking. It's kinda like a farie tale dream. Amazing
  • Summer

    2013-10-20T00:37:52.000Z

    My boyfriend does that it\'s so sweet
  • Sevim

    2013-10-19T15:33:48.000Z

    Agreed
  • splashhhh

    2013-10-20T04:54:56.000Z

    That is soo true , I agree
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