Tell them how much they mean to you.
When they reach out, tell them how happy you are to hear from them.
Be excited at their good news.
Compliment them.
Praise their hard work.
Greet them warmly.
Let them know when they share something meaningful with you.
Remind them you are grateful to know them.
Tell other people how great you think they are.
Tell them they’ll succeed in reaching their dreams.
Be vulnerable and share your struggles.
Ask them how they are really doing.
Write them a letter.
Say thank you – show your appreciation.
Show genuine interest - ask them questions about their life.
Regularly check in with them to see how they are doing.
Ask them about members of their family.
Follow up on important conversations.
Actively listen when they share and ask follow-up questions.
Smile at them genuinely.
Make the effort to spend time with them.
Lavish them with your skills and talents.
Send them a thoughtful book.
Tell them what you’ve learned from them.
Send random card through postal mail.
Show up in difficult circumstances.
Go on an adventure.
Host a dinner.
Bake them a treat.
Give a gift.
Have fun… watch a movie, go to a comedy club, or play a game.
Help them with a task or project.
Reminisce with them.
Show love on social media.
Give them a hug.
Remember important dates.
Send them little things that remind you of them.
Send a gift card.
Pray for them.
Create a craft such as knitting or drawing.