Making another person happy is
one of the noblest acts you can do. Whether you want to banish their
blues or simply show them how much you care, use the following tips and
techniques to make someone happy.
Steps
- Be trustworthy by showing that that you can be counted on daily. Keeping a big promise every now and again isn’t nearly as meaningful as keeping your end of the bargain on day-to-day stuff. Make honesty a policy. Even white lies can feel like little betrayals. Make sure your actions always reflect your words – and vice versa. Assuring someone that you care and then neglecting them is far more of a letdown than being up-front about your unavailability.
- Make them laugh. Laughter relieves tension and is wonderfully contagious. Inside jokes work really well, especially if it is something only between the two of you. If you aren’t feeling inspired, find something funny online and email it to them. You can also do something silly like pick a dandelion or blade of grass and give it to them, saying, “I got this especially for you!” or "I picked this weed just for you!"
- Be a good listener. One easy way to make somebody feel appreciated and validated is to simply hear them out. Try to understand their thoughts and be in their shoes. Ask thoughtful questions, don’t interrupt, and if you don’t understand something, say something instead of playing along.
- Spend quality time with them. Show that you not only care, but also enjoy their company. It doesn’t take much: start by turning off the TV, sitting down, and talking. You can also invite them to get out for a while by going bowling, swimming, or something else fun and active.
- Give a gift. Take the time out to pick out a special gift that is suitable for the person. The more thought you put into the gift, the better it is from the point of being an expression of positive energy. Be sure to include an inscription in the gift wherever possible, and make the message one that is uplifting and spiritual.
- Make them feel appreciated. Compliment them sincerely by telling them something you love about them. Write a thank-you card for all the little things they do. (Be specific; it’ll let them know you were really paying attention.)
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