Remind Your People You Love Them With These Gestures

With Valentine's Day around the corner, 'tis the season for spreading love all around. But why limit that love to just your significant other? Whether you're single or taken, we rounded up seven simple ways to show all the people in your life you love them—from friends, to family, to colleagues.

1. Send them a card.

Who says Valentine's Day cards are only reserved for a romantic partner? You can pass out little valentines to your coworkers, or send a card to a family member or friend—and bonus points if it includes a personalized note or is handmade! (Here's exactly how to write a love letter in case you're rusty.)

2. Buy them flowers.

A bouquet of flowers is sure to brighten anyone's day, and it's definitely a fitting gesture come Valentine's Day. You can take it a step further if you happen to know the favorite flower of whomever you're giving them to. And btw, did you know each birth month has a designated flower? Consider gifting them theirs for an extra special touch.

3. Treat them to a yummy dish.

There's something so thoughtful about sharing food with your loved ones. Plus, it's a relatively low-lift option that can still mean a lot to someone. You could bring in a batch of baked goods to your office, drop off a meal for a family member who's been stressed, or whip up your best friend's favorite dish. The choices here are truly endless!

4. Send them a voice memo.

Sometimes letting someone know you care can be as easy sending a recorded voice note. It doesn't take long at all, but still tells them you're thinking of them—and they get to hear your voice! You can make your voice note as sentimental or as casual as you like, and you can send as many as you want to all the folks in your life—consider it a small reminder that you love them.

5. Take care of a chore for them.

Perfect for the people in your life who appreciate acts of service, offer to take care of a specific chore or task you know they don't like. Maybe your roommate hates doing dishes, you notice your mom's car is covered in snow, or your colleague is super busy. Taking care of those dishes, shoveling out that car, or helping with a task at work are all thoughtful gestures that anyone would appreciate.