Write down how you feel when you can't tell someone face to face. You can do this in a form of a letter directed to that person. This is an excellent way of getting all of your thoughts into one cohesive mass and will actually clarify how you really feel about the matter. Not only will just writing it will make you feel better, but you will also have a better idea of what and how to confront that person when you are ready to do so.
A compliment goes a long way.
All it takes is a few kind words to make someone feel good…even if they don't need cheering up. Just think of the last time you heard someone say something nice to you for no reason. A little effort goes a long way in this case.
Don't be afraid to ask for help.
Nobody expects you to know how to do everything. Asking for help will not only give you an opportunity to possibly learn something new through someone else's experience, but it will make that person feel as if they are important to you. Asking for help is not a sign of vulnerability or weakness, only rationality and kinship. However, don't go nuts asking everyone you know to help you with random tasks…if you can easily do it yourself then do it.
Help someone without expecting anything in return.
This may seem intuitive and natural for many people, but it is not as common in our society as you may think. Many people that have helped someone in some way that think they did it selflessly later become disappointed when the gesture is not returned. If you find yourself looking back on the moment in which you provided aid to someone, it was not really selfless.
Chivalry is not dead.
Women still appreciate even the simplest gestures of respect like opening a car door and showing up with flowers.
Start the day right.
Start each day by thinking of what you are thankful for.
This is an amazing and simple way to start your day off right. Right before you get out of bed just go through a top 5 list of the things that make you most happy in life. Even if you are going through a rough time, you will always have something that you are grateful for…and you may not even know it.
When you look good you feel good.
Take care of your appearance. There is a reason why people like to dress up once in awhile. When you look good your confidence level skyrockets. High confidence leads to a healthier and happier lifestyle and all it takes is a quick wardrobe change.
Learn how to cook one meal exceptionally well and make it “your specialty” dish.
Find a recipe of one of your favorite foods or make one up yourself. Serve this dish whenever you have company over or just for yourself. Eventually you will become a pro and people will beg you to make them your specialty dish! This is great for a dinner date with that new special someone or just a way to have another thing that makes you unique.
Sometimes people who need someone to talk to really just need someone to listen.
When a friend needs to vent or talk about something important, do not feel obligated to give them advice. Sometimes just listening and being a part of their issue is more than enough to make them feel as if they are not alone. Don't put in your two cents just because you feel you are obligated to, if they need advice they will probably ask for it.
