How do i show my man that i appreciate him but at the same time not seeming like im trying to buy his love?
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You don't have to give him gifts to show your appreciation.  Try writing a cheesy love letter or fixing his favorite meal one night or something romantic like that.  Guys like that as much as girls do, even though they don't admit it.
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sometimes, it just takes time for these things.  in the meantime, make sure that you aren't being clingy.  You can show your love and still give him some personal time, okay?
12994
Make sure to tell him some of your feelings too, so he knows u trust him with yours, if that doesn't work, then try getting it from him by not asking him directly, make sure he knows that u trust him enough and that ur worth knowing
529859
What guys do appreciate is receiving compliments - Trust Me!!!  Laugh at his jokes even if you don't find them funny.  Tell him  that just the thought of having him in your life makes you smile.  Tell him that when you are with him, nothing else matters in the world and that you feel safe and secure knowing he is by your side.  Words can do a lot of good and a lot of damage.  Just admiring him and praising him alone would show him how much you appreciate him.   Most guys want to hear their gf/spouse say good stuff about them.  Most importantly, thank him for everything he does for you.  Make him feel like he is the king of your world because that is what guys want to hear.  Good Luck!
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It's hard to say without knowing more about the two of you.  Money could be an issue, or he could be afraid of not meeting your expectation.  It be as simple as he just doesn't really feel as deep for you as you feel for him.
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communication is the key. maybe you should invite him ot your place and let him know how u feel.  if he loves you and if avoiding you is not his intention, he will comfort you and reassure you that that is not the case.  if your feelings of doubt persist after talking to him, listen! it's your female intuition. good luck....
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Saying I love you isnt as powerful as showing it. If he is still treating you the same then you have nothing to worry about. One of the important things in a relationship is trust, if you dont have that then the relationship is doomed to end. Either you trust him and stay with him, or you dont and you move on.
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dont push him just give him sometime he will tell you how he feels most guys are better at showing how they feel rather than saying it i know it sounds like a cop out but if u think about it look at his actions the things he does for u him and ur daughter are those the actions of a caring man? if so does he really need to say it?\n\ntastrider hit the nail on the head!!!!!! it is so true
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*Smiling lupinely* You are ALWAYS good enough to give a homemade present, including cards. The kind of person who would not appreciate the fact you took the time and effort to make something just for them is simply too shallow to be worth your bother in the 1st place.\n\nAs to what should be on the card, try to come up with a common interest the two of you share and use that as the theme.\n\nBarring that as most guys are not too into heavy sentiment, a simple "thank you for being you" and how happy they make you will suffice...
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Stop taking each other for granted.  Say thank you more.  Notice each other more.  Candle-lit dinner.  Weekend away.  Picnic in the park.  Flowers.  Bath together.  \n\nAll this helps things to go well, but you can't make him want you more.
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I think actions speak louder than words.  I have read women want love and men to be admired as the overriding source of happiness in relationships..all men have either brains, brawn, or skills, so sit down one day..write all the things you admire about him (especially manly things ..more so than things like "you are so thoughtful")..better to say stuff like "I really admire the way you steadfastly go to work each day, sacrificing to provide for us" or "I love the way you can figure out those difficult math problems and the logical way you think" or "wow, I am so impressed with the way you lifted up that heavy thing so easily--I couldn't have done this without you."" or "I really admire your skill in building that cabinet..it is so professional looking or beautifully carved" or "you are such a fast runner..I am floored" or "God, you're smart" or "you are one of the best lovers I ever had...you really take the time to please me..many men are so selfish or "Our kids are so lucky to have a dad like you who gives of your time and teaches them things.  I love that about you." etc.\n\n Always be sure it is sincere praise or admiration (things they believe they have or do have or they will sense insincerity and feel manipulated.\n\n Also giving sex often to a man IS expressing love as they need it so bad)...focus on making admiring statements..to express love.  Women sometimes don't get their love across as they express it in way they like to receive (you are so pretty", flowrers, notes, cards, poems, etc..these are OK sometimes for men too but admire much more than love and the love will come across making them feel good and like being with you.\n\nAlso occassionally pout and do cutesy girl things (like pout and stamp your foot when angry and say something like "you big meanie" or you hardhearted guy..you hurt my feelings..poor little me.\n\n This accentuates the difference and make them feel more masculine (and this is what men like to feel) This is a better way to express anger to men even when you are mad and isn't as likely to casue bitterness. \n\nSounds old fashioned but men are said to love this a lot more than the way the average women fights. It makes them chuckle, defuses anger, and it endears them to you. (save the strong feelings of anger for a family member or friends to get it out of you).  \n\nMen often don't know how to handle female anger and want to withdraw or stay away more.  Although it may sound sexist, men and women are and think totally differently.\n\n\nRemember, in addition to making "I love you" type statements---express admiration..especially for manly things...this will also tend to bring out his love for you more.  \n\nI got some of these ideas from a book years ago called "fascinating womanhood"..she claimed her techniques could totally bring back the original love the man had for you but I found much of it too hard..personally although I do believe if one could do all her chapter suggestions, it would work.  Her husband wrote a companion book for men (I think his name wsas Aubrey Andelin or something like that and her name was Helen.)\n\nAlso if he is upset about something--for example, doesn't make enough money, reduce your need for things and focus on other things he can do well..be supportive...and express praise and acceptance for who he is as a person.  I know it's hard not to want to change man but it never really works anyone..if he does the least little thing in the direction you like, praise him for it and he may do it more and better in order to get your admiration which men crave.\n\nBy the way you asked in a post of mine you just answered (about making friends) where I lived and I live in Columbus, Ohio--answering questions and asking them here is so addictive, isn't it?\n\nJane
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make you r man feel important and needed. If your independent thats fine but at least act like you need your man to help you sometimes. Also look him in the eye, smile and kiss him, give him unexpected kisses and huggs. Bring him a glass of tea or something and maybe cook him a speacial treat everynow and then just to show him you love him. Call, text, e-mail , or write him a letter so he know s you are thinkinmg of him . Goood Luck
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make him feel the love (emotionally!)
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Time will come until he/she realize that you really care for him/her. Like being respectable and honest. Show that he/she's really impotant and meaningful to your life.
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Sometimes in life actions speak louder than words. I want you to ask yourself why is it you need to hear him say I love you, why do you want or need him to say that. surely you are aware of his feelings. Some guys cannot say that but they do feel it . It's not about him being the emotinal type or not. It's about your need to hear those words. We cannot make others do or say what we want them to.  love is not about  expecting things from our loved ones it's all about acceptance being aware of each others needs and healthy communication based on honesty etc. so maybe you two need to have a really open honest talk about what each others needs are and what you both can do for one another so that each of you feel loved and appreciated without feeling like you are being to pushy demading or emotional.\n\nBe honest with yourself about your feelings and when you both chat togehter do so without judging one another. enjoy the time you have together making the most of your time and energy and never for one minute take each other for granted. Good luck with everything in life.  Sometimes in life we need to allow ourselves to think differently to improve ourselves and our life in general.
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Sometimes going the extra mile helps.  do something unexpected and out of the blue to show him how much you care.  Also tell him you love him as often as you can.
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Seriously, did you remind him it was Valentine's Day and that it is important to you that he do something in honor of it?  If you were hoping that he would just remember all on his own and do something special for you, then you're just setting yourself up for disappointment.\n\nA good man wants to do nice things for his girl, but often they just need to be pointed in the right direction - and subtle hints may not work.  Next year, you may need to start saying, "Hey baby, Valentine's Day is in about a month," or maybe "You know, it would be really cool to celebrate Valentine's Day right, I think that flowers are awfully romantic."\n\nA decent man?  Will listen and take notes.