5 heartfelt text messages your partner will love

Texting is a great way to stay connected with a partner in a busy world. The content of texts doesn't really matter as long as it helps you feel closer.

Except that it does.

Maybe you are not a fan of texting and only text when it is necessary. Or perhaps you have been together for a while and texting has become routine and transactional. This is a waste of a valuable opportunity to stay emotionally close and connected with him/her.

Here are five short texts you have likely not sent him/her in a while that you absolutely should.

"You look good today."

You may not be the shy type to give compliments comfortably over text, but sending flirty messages has that coy feeling to it that brighten up both your days. It can be a window to get your partner feeling hot and bothered, or simply throw you into a blushing and giddy feat. But most importantly, it lets your partner know that you are attracted to them.

"I'm thinking about you."

Imagine a few years ago couples had to wait until they were together to tell the other "I thought about you today." Technology has now afforded us the ability to bring a smile to a partner's face with a quick text when they cross our minds.

You probably think about your partner a lot throughout the day, but they don't know that. Your partner will feel appreciated and valued to be part of your day and whatever you are doing. It is also a great conversation starter to express whatever might be accompanying the thought of them.

Don't hold back on what you think about them!

"I can't wait to see you later."

Yeah, you're going to see your partner later but that is not a reason to leave them on read. The time between can be used to set the mood for when you meet. Text them to let them know your meeting or plans later mean a lot to you. This can increase anticipation and give them the feeling of having something to look forward to. It can be for a date or simply seeing them at home.

"I love you."

Although you love each other and say so often, there are those inspired moments when the urge to express your love and affection fills your heart. No matter how fleeting the moment is, send that 'I love you' text. It is also a great way to establish a positive connection during a busy day.

"Thank you."

A thank you text is a silent expression of gratitude that your partner and take everywhere with them and look at any time. In-person expressions of gratitude are okay but they have that reciprocal moment where the other person may not focus on the gratitude.

Not everyone is comfortable with physical displays of gratitude and a text may feel more personal. It gives the receiver time to internalise the gratitude. It also gives the one who says thank you time to really appreciate what they are being grateful for.