Send someone a hand-written (or DIY) card

There is something special about sending and receiving a card with ‘snail mail‘. It’s much more charming than a digital message (which, of course, is always nice, don’t get me wrong).

You have to put in some effort, but you are sure to give the recipient a big smile when he or she opens his or her mailbox. Especially if it also has a handwritten personal message.

Receiving a handwritten card means just that little more:

• It’s permanent: emails and texts fade away between all other electronic messages. But a card makes them relive the feeling of joy.
• It shows you care: They know the effort it takes to write a card. They appreciate you going above and beyond to make them feel special.
• It works calming: A card that shows them the ‘outside world’ sympathises with them, can calm their minds.
• It makes them smile
• It makes you feel good

And for the creative, if you can make a card yourself (with photo, drawing, text or crafting) you will add another dimension and a double wide smile!

Tip for today
Give or send someone a self-written or DIY card.