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Did your long-distance boyfriend have a bad day, or is he feeling a little extra lonely? Don’t worry. There are plenty of ways to show him that you care about and appreciate him, even if you can’t be there in person. We’ve put together some quick and easy tips and suggestions that are sure to bring a smile to his face.

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Send him a surprise email.

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Call him at the end of the day.

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  1. Brainstorm when he’ll be off work, or any time he’ll be free to take your call. He’ll be excited to see your face show up on his caller ID![3]
    • For an extra special surprise, video call or FaceTime him instead.
    • Reader Poll: We asked 1019 wikiHow readers about the best ways to comfort a man who is stressed or upset, and only 6% of them said making him his favorite food. [Take Poll] Instead, talking and listening to him might be more helpful and make him feel special.
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Help him with his day-to-day tasks.

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  1. You might proofread a paper he’s writing for school, or give him a wake-up call to make sure he’s ready for work. Little acts of kindness will really make him feel special and cared for.[6]
    • For example, if he hates clothing shopping, you might order some new shirts and shorts for him online.
    • You might pay for dry cleaning so he doesn’t have to worry about doing the wash, or virtually grocery shop for him.
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Send him a playlist.

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Post a romantic social media update.

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Schedule a dinner date.

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  1. To really set the mood, change into a fancy outfit and light some candles in front of your webcam. Regularly scheduled dinner dates remind your boyfriend that you really care about him, and that he’s an important part of your life.[9]
    • You might schedule a dinner date once a week or once every other week, depending on your schedules.
    • If you don’t have time for a dinner date, try coordinating your schedules and watching the sunrise or sunset together.
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Write a love letter or card.

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  1. Write him a sweet note explaining how much you love and care about him. It’s okay if you aren’t a wordsmith—feel free to toss a love poem into the mix, or reference a romantic movie.[11] If it’s a special occasion, like a birthday or holiday, mail him a card, instead.[12]
    • You might say, “I can’t believe how lucky I am to have you in my life” or “I’m counting down the days until we can see each other again.”
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Mail him a surprise care package.

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  1. Put together plenty of snacks, personal items, and other small gifts that will remind him of you. These gifts don’t have to be lavishly expensive—the package alone shows that you’re thinking about him, which will make him feel special.[13]
    • You might mail him an old shirt or hoodie that smells like you, or a framed photo of the 2 of you together.
    • You could send him his favorite snacks, a gift card to his favorite store or restaurant, or a throw blanket for his bed.

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    How can I spend time with my boyfriend?
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    It can be hard to spend quality time with your boyfriend during a long-distance relationship, but it definitely isn’t impossible, either. You might plan a video date or virtual game night, or surprise him with a call. You can also plan ahead for the next time you’ll see each other in person.
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    My boyfriend lives in Nebraska, and I live in Texas. I’m only 14 and he's 13. Can we make it work?
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    It’s definitely possible! Long-distance relationships can work if you’re willing to put in the extra time and effort to spend time with your boyfriend. Try scheduling regular times to call and video chat, and send him plenty of texts, emails, and letters to let him know that you miss him.
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This article was co-authored by Connell Barrett and by wikiHow staff writer, Janice Tieperman. Connell Barrett is a Relationship Expert and the Founder and Executive Coach of Dating Transformation in New York City. Connell has over five years of experience as an international coach who helps men connect with women by unlocking their best, true, most confident selves. He is the author of the Amazon bestseller “Dating Sucks but You Don’t,” and has appeared on Good Morning America, the "Today" show, Access Hollywood, and in Best Life, Cosmopolitan, and The Oprah Magazine. In 2019 he was named Datezie.com's “New York City’s Best Male Dating Coach." This article has been viewed 250,758 times.
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Long-distance relationships require a little creativity, but there are plenty of cute ways to make your boyfriend feel special. Hand-write him a letter, telling him how much you love him and how you can’t wait to see him. Then, mail it to him so he can keep it and re-read it when he misses you. You can also make a slideshow of your favorite pictures of you together and add a song you both love to it. Or, send him a care package with little gifts, such as his favorite snacks, a framed photo of you, or merchandise of his favorite band. Another way to make your boyfriend feel special is to watch a movie together or play an online game together while video chatting. For more tips from our Relationship co-author, including how to make your long-distance boyfriend laugh, read on!

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