Thank You Gifts: 11 Gifts for Boyfriend to Show Appreciation, 6 Ways to Show Him How Much, and Learning His Love Language

Your boyfriend is the best and you want to tell him that. Maybe he has done something wonderful and thoughtful for you, and you want to thank him for it. Or maybe you are simply grateful for his presence in your life. Whatever the reason, it’s a great idea to express your appreciation to him. Research has shown that couples who are regularly appreciative of each other, and show gratitude last longer and are happier.

You can show appreciation to him in big and small ways - by heartfelt messages, through gifts or special gestures. Here are 6 fantastic ways to make your boyfriend feel loved and cared for.

As daily responsibilities pile up, the connection between you and your boyfriend gets affected by the routine. Take the effort to organise romantic outings where you can be with each other without distractions and reconnect.

You could plan out a romantic evening or a fun day trip, whatever works for you both. For a memorable evening, make arrangements for an event he enjoys like a movie, a bowling session or a concert and follow it up with a romantic dinner. You can alternatively pencil in a quick day out featuring an interesting activity like a pottery workshop.

If the need of the hour is stress relief, then a trip to a close by resort to recharge makes sense. A weekend away at a holiday spot is also an option if it can fit into your schedule.

One of the easiest ways to show appreciation for your boyfriend is cooking a meal with his favourite dishes. You can make it even better by additionally preparing his favourite treats like cookies. Or perhaps you can surprise him by buying a snack or a treat he adores - the doughnuts he loves from a specific store or desserts from his favourite bakery.

Massages are known to help with stress relief. Help your loved one let go of worries with simple back or neck massages – they’ll be particularly welcome after difficult days at work or home, as they relax tense muscles. Your boyfriend will feel rejuvenated with an increased feeling of well being, renewing his strength to face the world.

A full romantic massage is a wonderful way to express your love for your boyfriend. It is time dedicated just to make him feel better and helps increase intimacy between you.

Give him a surprise by occasionally taking over household responsibilities he typically handles. Perhaps he is in charge of paying bills or cleaning the car. Do it for him so he gets a break and extra time to spend on things he enjoys. He will be thrilled to be relieved of some of the pressures and feel loved by your thoughtfulness.

A scrapbook is a cute way to document your relationship and a creative expression of your love. You could relive how your relationship was grew over years, using meaningful photos, souvenirs from trips and other mementos. You could also pick a specific theme for it such as 50 Things I Love About You or create it around an unforgettable moment of your love story. There are a lot of resources available online that can guide you on making a delightful scrapbook that you both will treasure.

Gifts are more than just things you give someone. They symbolise the love between you. A thoughtful gift accompanied by a love note is one of the best ways to show your appreciation for your boyfriend and all that he means to you.

A perfect gift is something that will tell your boyfriend that you value him, appreciate his support and are thankful to have him. If you are stressing about finding a gift that will capture your sentiments and make your boyfriend melt with love - don't worry. Here are the top tips to help you pick the gift that communicates to your boyfriend the appreciation you feel for him.

Finding the right gift requires you to really dig into what your boyfriend likes and enjoys. Take some time to think of his interests – sports, gadgets, gaming etc. Would he like something related to his interests? Or a relaxing trip to unwind from work pressures. Or perhaps a sentimental item that brings up nostalgic memories. Your gift must reflect the unique person that your boyfriend is.

Another important aspect to consider while buying a gift for your boyfriend is his personal style. Does he like quirky colourful things or something classy, or would he welcome a practical item. Everyone is different, so choose something that will give joy to your boyfriend.

The best gifts are those that demonstrate that you understand your boyfriend. You don't need to splurge on glitzy, expensive gifts. Just get something that celebrates him. And something makes it clear that you have spent time on picking it out, just for him.

This brilliant gift idea combines several gifts into one. There are 5 separate small gifts inside it, with each marked out for specific emotions - one for when your boyfriend misses you, one when he is feeling naughty, one when he wants to feel loved, one when he wants to be pampered and one to he wants to know why you love him.

Available for Rs. 1,940 from oyehappy.com, this is an amazing gift idea that will leave your boyfriend in no doubt as to how much you love and appreciate him.

If your boyfriend is someone who will like a simple practical gift then, this customisable mug priced at Rs.260 is a good option. Give free rein to your creativity to craft a thoughtful, heartfelt message expressing your feelings which can be put up on the mug along with artwork or photo. Adding such a personal touch can be done via a number of websites, one of which is regalocasila.com. In addition to mugs, the site offers a lot of choice in items that can be personalized including photo frames, clocks etc.

Flowers are the classical way to tell someone you love them. They are always welcome and are a terrific ‘just-because’ gesture. Surprise your boyfriend at his office with this combo featuring lovely red roses and Ferrero Rochers from floweraura.com for Rs.1,349. One way to make the gift even more meaningful is to send flowers with special significance for your relationship, for example send him white lilies if that's what he had sent you after the first date.

Get your boyfriend a valuable vintage themed notepad that'll be a valuable companion to his professional life. This notebook with handmade paper is available for Rs.795 from igp.com. If your boyfriend would prefer something more sophisticated, then the Vintage Mooch Book A5 Book is a good alternative. Available from Kraftly.in for Rs.799 the notebook can be customised with his name on the cover.

An adventurous activity can be an awesome experience that brings back the thrill of being alive. Gift your boyfriend the exhilarating experience of soaring above in the skies with the Hot Air Balloon Ride courtesy oyehappy.com for Rs.26,200.

If this ride is not available in your location, no worries. There are dozens of other experiences you can choose for your boyfriend that will suit his interests, ranging from heritage walks to skydiving to a trip on a yacht. Look online for websites like bluebulb.in and excitinglives.com for exclusive experiences around your city.

If your boyfriend is an alcohol connoisseur, then he will definitely enjoy receiving an elegantly designed bar set containing all essential accessories. Worth Rs.750, this bottle-shaped bar set is available at igp.com. If you team it up with a cocktail recipe book you'll have a fabulous gift.

Sometimes it’s great idea to just tell your boyfriend that he is the best ever boyfriend. The Happy GiftMart Best Boyfriend Award Certificate is a cute and charming way to inform your boyfriend that you are officially recognizing him as the ‘bestest’ boyfriend with a formal certificate! Priced at Rs.335, the certificate can be customised with your boyfriend's name and your signature, and comes in a wooden frame. He may laugh when he gets it but he'll know you mean it. Make his joy double by verbally expressing your appreciation for all that he is to you or pairing it with a love letter.

Love coupons are an adorable gift. Here your boyfriend is given IOU coupons that he can redeem whenever he wants for favours from you. The Book of Love from thekitschbox.com contains 10 beautiful handmade coupon cards which can be filled in by you with interesting options ranging from innocent things like a date night to more interesting activities! Buy it for Rs.550.

A premium personalized pen is an evergreen gift. A Sheaffer pen is something your boyfriend will be proud to use in his daily life. Available for Rs.4,400, the site offers customisation with his initials or name. There are several choices available at printland.in and you can pick the pen that will suit your boyfriend best.

A gift for the geeks. The Smart Light is a sleek multi-function LED light that in addition to offering therapeutic mood light modes, works as a wireless Bluetooth speaker and plays music from USB drives as well as the FM Radio. Priced at Rs.1,399, this is a great gift for someone who enjoys interesting gadgets.

Do away with saucers or separate plates for cookies with the Coffee Break Mug. This innovative cup design combines cup and saucer with a specially designed slot at the bottom to hold a few biscuits. Made of ceramic this is a trendy yet practical gift that costs Rs.449 at bigmsall.in

Love languages are a wonderful tool for learning how to make your partner feel loved and cherished. According to Gary Chapman, who introduced the concept in his book The 5 Love Languages every person has a different way of expressing and feeling love. By identifying the love language of your beloved, you can figure out the things that actually make him feel loved on a daily basis.

You can take a quick quiz online to figure out yours and your boyfriend’s out of the 5 types. Knowing this will improve communication within your relationship and make sure your boyfriend never feels taken for granted.