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Ah, love. You’re head-over-heels for someone, and you’re ready to tell them exactly how you feel. Whether your love is a crush, a long-term partner, or someone in between, a love letter is the perfect way to sweep them off their feet.
Here are 12 tips to help you get started writing a love letter that really captures how you feel.
Steps
Examples to Start a Love Letter
Community Q&A
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QuestionHow can I write a love letter to a celebrity that you are really obsessed with?Community AnswerTell them how you feel and why. Don't expect much, as they probably get lots of these and they may not have time to read yours, if they even see it, but that can still be better than holding it in.
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QuestionHow do I write to her if I don't know if she likes me or not?Community AnswerTry to be open. Make sure everything you say is true, while also making sure that she has a choice. If she feels pressured or harassed, it won't end well.
Tips
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Look at famous love letters for inspiration. You can find love letters written by famous writers or historical figures online. Check out how they expressed their love!Thanks
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Consider writing a first draft on scrap paper. You might want to review and revise your letter before you give it to your love.Thanks
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Take your time. Set apart time in your day to reflect on what you want to write and really focus on the task.Thanks
Warnings
- Don't be creepy. If the person you are sending the letter to has told you they are not interested, don't pester any further!Thanks
- It may not work! Even though you may have given your letter all your heart, sometimes people just don't feel the same way. There will be someone else out there for you who will appreciate you for who you are! Try not to dwell on what you could have said better because it could very well be that even though you wrote something wonderfully, it just wasn't meant to be for that person.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/blog/8-tips-for-writing-a-love-letter-to-your-spouse/
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/blog/8-tips-for-writing-a-love-letter-to-your-spouse/
- ↑ https://www.depauw.edu/stories/details/how-to-write-a-love-letter/
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/blog/8-tips-for-writing-a-love-letter-to-your-spouse/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-empowerment-diary/202302/how-to-write-a-love-letter-and-poem
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-empowerment-diary/202302/how-to-write-a-love-letter-and-poem
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-empowerment-diary/201405/writing-passionate-love-letters
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-empowerment-diary/201405/writing-passionate-love-letters
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-empowerment-diary/201405/writing-passionate-love-letters
About This Article
If you’re writing a love letter, getting started can be the hardest part, even if you’re already in a relationship with the person. Open the letter with a heartfelt salutation, like “Dear John,” or “To the woman I love.” As you start writing, tell the person why your time together has been so meaningful. Use a tone that’s intimate and familiar, and include special references or inside jokes so the letter has an intimate tone. Keep reading for tips on writing a love letter to someone you’re not dating!
Reader Success Stories
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"Tips on how to write the salutation, and types of content to put into the letter (or leave out) were helpful. Overall this article really helped me overcome troubles I was having with a letter I'm currently writing. Thank you for the help."..." more