{"id":17506,"date":"2018-10-02T01:00:28","date_gmt":"2018-10-02T08:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datemixstaging.wpengine.com\/?p=17506"},"modified":"2021-05-31T10:57:39","modified_gmt":"2021-05-31T17:57:39","slug":"how-to-write-a-love-letter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/love\/how-to-write-a-love-letter\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Write a Love Letter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When it comes to declarations of love, romantics have all but abandoned the ancient art of the love letter in favor of faster media like calls, texts, and even Snapchat. It\u2019s time to bring it back. In 2018, a love letter is still a beautiful romantic gesture, and you don\u2019t need to be <\/span>Frida Kahlo<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>John Keats<\/span><\/a> to know how to write a love letter well. It\u2019s hard, but it\u2019s worth it, and you\u2019re partner will appreciate you for it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some quick writing tips to help you create a love letter that will make your partner swoon.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Make it look nice.
\n<\/b>When it comes to love letters, the medium is the message. Make sure to pick either cardstock, a nice postcard, or another type of high quality paper. This will add to the giftlike quality of receiving the letter.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, writing by hand is a must. Much of a love letter\u2019s allure comes from its intimate and personal nature, so don\u2019t ruin it with 12-point Times New Roman. If penmanship isn\u2019t your strong suit, it\u2019s okay if it\u2019s not perfect. It\u2019s more personal that way anyway. Your partner will appreciate the effort.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Write an outline.
\n<\/b>Next, you\u2019ll want to write a rough outline. This will function as your roadmap. With this if you get lost in your writing, you won\u2019t be in danger of forgetting an idea. The outline can be as simple as three bullet points, as long as it helps you organize your ideas.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Just start.
\n<\/b>Most of us don\u2019t write regularly and don\u2019t think highly of our writing when we do. The thought of writing something as personal as a love letter can be daunting. Remember you\u2019re not Ernest Hemingway or Virginia Woolf, and your partner never asked you to be. The best way to get over start anxiety is to, well, start. Remind yourself that you can always revise later. That\u2019ll ease the pressure..<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Share from the heart.
\n<\/b>Now for the writing part. Open your heart to your partner and let them how they make you feel. Remind them that you love and care for them, even if you\u2019ve said it many times before. Reaffirm your bond. Most importantly, be honest. The strength of a love letter comes from its authenticity and your ability to share from the heart. It takes courage to open yourself up in writing, but this vulnerability is the X factor that makes a love letter good.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. List the qualities you love about them.
\n<\/b>You\u2019re at your desk writing a romantic letter to your partner. What are the things you love about them that got you to this point in the first place? Acknowledge them for their constant support or the way they take care of the laundry when you\u2019re tired. Even if you\u2019ve complimented your partner many times before for each of their qualities, a reminder is always welcome.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Reminisce on a shared moment.
\n<\/b>Did you fall in love on the first date or did you have to come around to the idea of a long-term partner? In your letter, reflect on the moment you knew your partner was someone special. Chances are that moment is special to them too. Romance is built on passion and commitment, and part of that foundation of commitment comes from a shared history. Evoking your love story will help your letter have more of an impact..<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Express gratitude for their partnership.
\n<\/b>Nobody is perfect and no relationship is easy. Thank them for accompanying you on the journey and thank them for their commitment. Reaffirming your bond is one of the most important parts of writing a love letter. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Draft and redraft.
\n<\/b>You don\u2019t have to be perfect, but do your best. Take a few tries to type out the letter or write it on practice paper. Writing out drafts is a good way to get a feel for the flow of the letter and better understand the feelings you\u2019re trying to get across. It also eases the pressure that the first attempt has to be perfect. You can always scrap it and rewrite later. When you\u2019re ready, put the pen to paper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A love letter is one of the most beautiful gifts you can give someone. While you may say your daily quota of I love you\u2019s, a letter gives you time to slow down and compose your feelings into a coherent message that reaffirms your feelings to your partner and yourself. Sometimes all it takes is some slowing down to remember there\u2019s beauty right in front of us, and sometimes that slowing down is the best gift we can give.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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