Ways to Show You Care

In todays bustling, hectic world, we are often left with very little time for ourselves, let alone anyone else. We communicate online and at the end of a busy working day it can be difficult to find the time to catch up with people. Here are some easy ideas to show the people in your life that you care:

Call up a friend or loved one you haven’t spoken to in a while.

It can be really easy to lose touch with people, especially when you both lead busy, hectic lives. Dropping someone a line to ask how they have been recently can really remind them how much you care.

Listen.

In one way or another nowadays we are always talking. On the phone, by email, or even by updating our facebook statuses. But do we ever really feel like we are being listened to?

Be supportive.

Maybe your best friend has decided to enter a competition or run a race for charity. Instead of just donating some spare change and wishing them luck why not take the time out to go and cheer them on? Its got to be better than sitting on the sofa for another night of Eastenders, and no doubt your friend will really appreciate the support.

Stand up for them.

I’m not talking about picking fights or engaging in childish squabbles, but really standing by someone. If your friend has been the victim of an injustice or is having a hard time with something, it can be easy to stand by and let them fight their own battle, after all, its none of your business, right? Sometimes just giving them some support and speaking up alongside them can not only help, but show them that they aren’t alone!

Send mail.

Everyone loves getting mail, but so often we settle for emails and text messages. Nothing beats the feeling of checking the mailbox and seeing something other than bills and flyers, so next time you go on a weekend away, why not choose someone from your address book and send them a cute postcard? Just staying at home? - Why not pick up a packet of your friends favourite packet of sweets and send it to them with a note? Its even more fun to do it anonymously, especially if they tell you about it!

Ask for their opinion!

We all love to be consulted and say how we really feel, so if you are making a decision, ask someone what they think? Not only will it help you see other points of view, but your friend will know you value their opinions.

Be happy for them.

So your friend might have just got the promotion you were really wanting, or your sister might have just moved into that amazing house whilst you struggle to pay rent on a studio flat, but rather than being jealous of them, tell them how happy you are for them and congratulate their success. Being a friend is not only about support, but sharing the good times!

Tell them you love them!

It might seem like the most simple thing in the world, but we often assume that people know how we feel about them. Telling someone you love them, or that you value them as a friend can really bring a smile to their face.

Smile!

Again, another simple one, but one we don’t do often enough! Our friends, partners and families are there for us through thick and thin and we know they love us no matter what, but that doesn’t mean we can get away with being moody in their presence! Flash someone a smile, even a stranger, and you’ll be surprised at not only the instant facelift you receive, but at how infectious it can be!

Notice things.

If your friend has just had a haircut, tell her you noticed! Even if it was just a trim, chances are you made her day. Your Dad got a new lawnmower? You might not care less, but he is probably desperate to tell you about his new pride and joy, so go on, indulge him!