25 Simple Ways to Put Your Partner in a Good Mood

A little thought never goes unappreciated. Whether your significant other is having a bad day or you just want to go the extra mile to show how much you care, let him or her know with small but sweet gestures. You don't have to pull out all the stops — you'd be surprised by much your SO will love even the simplest of things. Something thoughtful beats something bought any day. If you want to put your partner in a good mood, follow these 25 tips that will surely make them smile.

01
Stock the kitchen with their favorite snacks.
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Stock the kitchen with their favorite snacks.

There's nothing better than seeing a pantry or fridge full of your favorites. If you really want to go above and beyond, have a spread waiting for them.

02
Bring them flowers.
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Bring them flowers.

Brighten up their day with a bouquet or anything else you know will make them smile, like a box of doughnuts or their favorite magazines.

03
Text them a reason you love them.
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Text them a reason you love them.

Send a sweet message saying "I love you" or your favorite part about them. Nobody can resist a random text like that.

04
Do something nice without being asked.
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Do something nice without being asked.

Surprise them with clean laundry or run their errands for them before they get home. Any bit of stress you can take away will do wonders.

05
Leave a note before you go.
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Leave a note before you go.

Leave some sweet words on a sticky note on their mirror for them to find when they wake up or when they get home. It'll be a great way to either start their day or end their day.

06
Give them a giant hug.
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Give them a giant hug.

A tight embrace will remind them you're there for them and that you care.

07
Make a reservation at their favorite restaurant.
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Make a reservation at their favorite restaurant.

You won't have to go back and forth about where you should get dinner when you already have a reservation — and at a place they love, at that.

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Bake desserts they love.
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Bake desserts they love.

Who would hate seeing a plate of brownies or a rack of cupcakes freshly made just for them?

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Tag them in a photo or post that made you think of them.
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Tag them in a photo or post that made you think of them.

This can be a meme or anything on social media that's shareable, really. A travel post about a destination you'd love to go with them would be really thoughtful.

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Make them breakfast.
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Make them breakfast.

Surprise them with a cheerful breakfast before they even wake up. Hopefully starting their day off on a good note will make the rest of their day follow.

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Put on a comedy or movie they love.
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Put on a comedy or movie they love.

Grab some popcorn and snacks and set up a movie date at home with one of their favorite films, or binge-watch a series they've been dying to watch. They'll love your company either way.

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Play their favorite songs.
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Play their favorite songs.

Music is an awesome mood booster. Turn up their favorites and encourage them to dance with you.

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Surprise them with coffee or lunch.
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Surprise them with coffee or lunch.

Swinging by their home or office alone will definitely be a pleasant surprise. Bringing food or a treat on top of that is a sure win.

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Send a silly video.
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Send a silly video.

Play around with Snapchat's filters for extracute additions. A midday laugh will help ease the rest of the workday, too.

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Surprise them with a bottle of wine.
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Surprise them with a bottle of wine.

Or a pack of beer! Unwind together over some drinks and get the good times flowing.

17
Bring back good memories.
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Bring back good memories.

Dust off those photos that will make them reminiscent and remind them of the good times. Seeing fond memories will put a smile on their face.

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Give them a quick call during your break.
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Give them a quick call during your break.

What's sweeter than receiving an unexpected call during the day? A simple "thinking of you" or "just calling to say I miss you" will be appreciated.

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Suggest doing something fun.
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Suggest doing something fun.

Do activities you haven't done since you two started dating, like bowling, games, or a movie date. Bonus if it's something they love but you hate.

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Send a delivery.
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Send a delivery.

If you're unable to make an appearance yourself, have flowers, cookies, or dinner sent over — the possibilities are endless.

21
Make them laugh.
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Make them laugh.

Corny jokes can go a long way. Do a goofy impression that you know gets them every time or anything else you know they have a soft spot for.

22
Clean your/their place up.
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Clean your/their place up.

Being surrounded by clutter can be overwhelming, so help create a relaxing environment by clearing some space. They'll appreciate the effort and love coming home to a neat place.

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Make them a playlist.
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Make them a playlist.

Go old school and burn it onto a CD or send it to your SO to listen to on their commute or throughout their day. Bonus points if they're songs that make you think of them.

24
Write them a love letter.
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Write them a love letter.

Tell them how much you love them and why on paper. He or she won't be able to resist your sweet words.

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Attack them with kisses.
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Attack them with kisses.

Make them feel loved and smother them with kisses until they really can't stand it.