Rule #7: Say I Love You

This is probably one of the most important rules when it comes to personal relationships and yet there is so little to say about it.  The fact is, no matter what the relationship...lover, parent, friend, sibling...the use of the phrase "I love you" cannot be underestimated.  Make it genuine, say it often, let your actions punctuate and your personal relationships will benefit.

A friend was telling me a story yesterday about a memorial service she went to at which the daughter of the deceased hadn't spoken to her father in many years.  The daughter was distraught at the service, sobbing uncontrollably, but it was too late. We all know we should express our love but all too often, we leave it for a later time.  Someday will be too late.

So say "I Love You" whenever you can, say it from your heart and let your actions reflect that love...simple as that.