10 Small But Significant Romantic Gestures That Can Improve Any Relationship Almost Immediately

Morning tea ritual

Massachusetts resident and architectural designer Lily Piper Worth appreciates how her husband makes tea for her every morning. She’s a health-conscious person who enjoys yoga and acupuncture, so it’s a meaningful gesture. “He makes tea that includes local honey, a lemon, and hot water in a BPA-free bottle he bought me,” she says. Lisa Bahar, MA, a licensed psychotherapist in Newport Beach, California, explains that small thoughtful gestures are “reassuring indicators that communicate commitment and love and most of all, respect.” Whether it’s putting dirty socks in the hamper instead of leaving them on the floor or getting gas for her car and anything in between, Bahar adds, “the cliché ‘the little things matter’ is true.” Here’s how to match your tea to your mood.