21 Gift Ideas that Speak Their Love Language

What is your significant other’s love language? Quality time, physical touch? If you’re not familiar with Gary Chapman’s 5 love languages, you can read this article to determine which language fits them best. Gifts are always more meaningful when we put some thought into what we’re giving, versus picking something generic from the supermarket. Let’s explore some gift ideas that coincide with each love language, and are sure to warm your loved one’s heart . 

Physical Touch

1. Sensual Massage: create a nice space to give a massage with candles, oil, massage rollers, hot stones, etc. Watch a few videos on YouTube for pointers beforehand. The bonus is once you purchase the tools to give our significant other a massage, they can reciprocate for you! 
   • Massage Ball Roller
   • Hot Stones
   • Aromatherapy
2. Create a dance floor in your living room and set the ambience with candles, a good playlist and a few decorations. If  you enjoy learning new dances, either learn it first to teach your partner or learn it together on YouTube.
3. Touch, hug, kiss and cuddle as often as possible throughout the day. You’re not limited to a back or full body massage. If your spouse likes for you to play in their hair, try a scalp massage. If they enjoy foot rubs, do that with a few added tools to make it special. 
4. Vibration bracelets. A great idea for couples as they come in a set. When one of you touches their bracelet, the other will vibrate. Such a fun way to let your love know you’re thinking about them! You can even create your own code of vibrations to mean different things. (3 taps for “I love you”, 5 taps for “I can’t wait until tonight”) 

Acts of Service

1. Arrange to have their car detailed or wash and clean it yourself at home
2. Offer to take care of the kids for a night and reserve a pampering session for them
3. Help with a project your partner has been wanting to complete for a long time 
4. Check their Amazon wish list or think of things they’ve mentioned and get it for them
5. Make a podcast or music playlist for them to listen that you know they would love!

3. Words of Affirmation

1. Write a poem or letter expressing your appreciation for your spouse and reminding them of the reasons you fell in love with them. (If you’re really brave, sit them down and read it to them)
2. If you have a special saying between you, purchase a personalized item with that phrase.  (pillow cover, tee shirt, coffee mug, jewelry, etc) 
3. If your love has chosen a word for the year, have it engraved on a piece of jewelry
4. Create a playlist and write the reason that song reminds you of them next to each song title.

4. Quality Time

1. Plan an entire day together if possible doing some of your favorite things. Long walk, book store, park, etc. End the day picking up takeout from your favorite restaurant and enjoy an intimate dinner at home together. (purchase a few candlesticks with holders to make it extra special) This plan can be altered to enjoy things together at home once the kids are in bed.
2. Create the “fishbowl exercise” with deep questions you can take turns answering while you cuddle and sip your favorite beverages. You can try this list of questions, or come up with your own.
3. Plan a staycation at a local hotel or resort and incorporate couples activities that require your undivided attention. Be sure to check their Covid safety guidelines first to make sure you’re comfortable. 
4. Put your phones away for the entirety of your day/date night and focus on each other. If someone is keeping your kids, set a special ringer for them and only pick your phone up if they call.

5. Receiving Gifts 

1. Sign them up for a class they’ve been wanting to take
2. Give a gift in their name that they’ve been wanting to provide. A donation, a special gift idea for family member/friend, etc.
3. Ask their close friends what they can’t stop talking about that could be a great gift for them.
4. If they’ve been wanting to start a work from home business, make the investment to get them going. (essential oils, clean crafted wine, fitness coaching, Etsy seller, etc.)

If you’ve taken time to read this, congratulations! You’re ahead of the game and armed with some thoughtful gift ideas to make this Valentine’s Day special, even if you’re celebrating at home. Drop a comment and let me know which gift idea you love most! 

*Also check out this post for a valuable lesson on loving others!