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Back in high school, I had my eyes closed when we took the graduation picture with the whole class and teachers, and I looked awful. My boyfriend at that time, though, zoomed in on my face and took a printout of just me, which he kept in his wallet.
Oh, how I swooned over this small gesture! I guess, in hindsight, these precious moments are what make everything magical. I'm not the only one who thinks so, as netizens gushed over expressing how they were absolutely mesmerized by such gestures. Just scroll down to check them out!
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#1
Once I was sitting outside with a guy and he saw this little beetle bug on its back waving its legs in the air. He grabbed a leaf and put it right side up.
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#2
This actually just happened to me last week! On a 10 hour flight back to the US, two empty seats between me and this Italian man who doesn’t speak any English. After trying to get comfortable we make eye contact and he motions for me to lay on the empty seats between us. Trying to be polite I declined but eventually I caved and laid down I was so exhausted. My airline blanket was only big enough to cover my legs so I cross my arms to keep warm. Italian man takes his blanket and drapes it over me. I wanted to cry it was the sweetest thing a stranger has done for me.
#3
He brought one of his dog’s toys over as a gift for my dog. She had died the year before and he had a little area for her stuff still in his apt. She was his best friend.
When I saw him pull it out, my heart sunk. My dog still loves that toy, keeps it in his bed. I think about that gesture a lot and how much it meant to him and me.
I don't know about you, but when I scrolled through this list, I got this warm feeling, knowing how humans are full of surprises and have so much beauty within them. While some of these gestures were pulled off by loved ones, you can see that there were a few who were absolute strangers. If you are wondering how it makes us attracted to even random people, let us break it down for you.
Think of it like this: our brains are incredible super-detectives. Even with just a "thin slice" (a tiny, brief snippet of someone's behavior, like a quick smile, a small gesture), we can unconsciously pick up on a surprising amount of information. It's like taking a tiny peek through a keyhole and somehow understanding a lot about the whole room, isn't it?
For instance, if someone smiles genuinely while talking to you, even for a split second, your brain might automatically register that as a sign of trustworthiness or warmth. You might not even realize why you feel that way, but suddenly, you feel more at ease with them.
#4
When I first started dating my now husband, I got my period at his house for the first time and he already had a pack of the correct size and brand tampons waiting under the sink for me. He never asked what kind I used and we never discussed him getting me tampons. He just took note of the kind in my bathroom and bought some extras on his own.
It was a small gesture that made a huge impact.
#5
Showing incidental integrity and respect towards a random person they don’t even know and will never see again.
Nikki Sevven 1 week ago
You know society is going downhill when a common courtesy is considered over the top.
#6
My ex took himself very seriously and couldn't bear to do something that might make him look silly.
When I met my current partner his daughter was 5 years old and that man would do any old goofy thing to get a laugh out of her. Funny dances, weird faces, making up little nonsense songs, animal impressions, you name it. I clocked that willingness to put self-consciousness aside to make his little girl giggle and it endeared him so much to me 💕.
Do you know what these small gestures by people that suddenly make you see them in a super positive light are called? It's the "Halo Effect" in action. That one small act can create this wonderful "halo" around them in your mind.
Suddenly, because of that positive impression, you might start thinking a bunch of totally different things about them, like that they're funny, smart, kind, or even wild. In fact, you might even find them more attractive overall, even if those things weren't directly part of that initial observation when they made the gesture.
It's like your brain takes that one positive trait and extends it to cover everything else about them. It's practically a subconscious shortcut, where a positive feeling in one area spills over and colors our perception of their whole personality. So, a little kindness or a dash of wildness can really make someone shine brighter in your eyes.
#7
My husband will go out of his way to pick the cat up at any time and he fully settles her so her little front legs hang down over his arm like a jaguar in a tree. She looks so cute and comfy and he just pets and loves on her (all the while saying how much he hates cats). They’re just so cute together and I love seeing his genuine affection for her even if every word out of his mouth is him lying and saying he hates cats.
#8
Manners, a man with good manners. Not even big things, but hiding or opening the door, being polite to staff in stores or shops, saying please and thank you, and just noticing things. It's an instance hit for me.
#9
His place is 15 mins from my place. He always, without fail, used to give me something to munch on - a fruit or snack, for the drive back to my place.
When you experience these small things from others, you also realize that they actually speak (or scream, in my opinion) louder than any words. Well, psychologists are totally onto something when they say over 90% of our communication is nonverbal. How wild!
Really, think about it. So much of what we "say" actually comes from our body language. Things like a quick glance, how we stand, or even just a nod can totally change the vibe of a conversation. Certain gestures just naturally signal attraction, like leaning in a little, or show you're really attentive, like maintaining eye contact.
And then there's charisma, that magnetic charm that some people naturally give off. A lot of that is pure nonverbal magic, from their confident posture to their expressive hand movements. It's like we're all walking around with our own secret language that speaks volumes without making a sound.
#10
He showed the smallest amount of kindness to me and I fell hard lol. Shared his food with me, opened things for me, told me to be self-confident, and just generally made me smile when we were together. I didn’t think much of the guy when we first met but after all that he was the most beautiful thing I’d ever seen lol. I’m not sure I’ll ever feel that way about someone again.
Roni Stone 1 week ago
This is so much more important than it seems at first. A true life changer. Huge green flag.
#11
My boyfriend and I were taking a flight for our first trip together very early on in our relationship. While going through airport security I observed him helping out a frazzled lady struggling with an infant. His observation of her struggle, empathy for her situation and the way he helped out like it was the most obvious thing to do really made him shine. He’s now the father of my toddler and we have another one on the way :).
#12
He listened to hear me not just to respond, I have never felt seen and heard like that before.
Finally, let's talk about the emotional quotient of the doers of these gestures. It's not about being super loud or flashy; rather, a strong EQ is often quietly magnetic. It's like they have this natural pull that draws people in. Why, you may wonder?
Because when someone shows little acts of emotional sensitivity (like genuinely listening, offering a thoughtful word when you're down, or just knowing when to give you space), it makes them incredibly relatable and, in my honest opinion, deeply attractive.
That's when you know that it's not about physical looks, but connecting on a human level. When someone makes you feel truly seen and understood, that's probably one of the most powerful feelings. It's those little moments of empathy and understanding that make them ridiculously attractive, and you just want to be around them.
#13
I have one male coworker in my office and he always goes to pick up orders, carry the heavy supplies around, you name it. One day he offers to run to the store to get a sandwich for a coworker that was complaing she didn't even have time to eat...And its someone who doesn't even like the guy, badmouths him every chance she gets- so I ask him whyyy is he going out of his way to do something nice for someone who clearly doesn't even like him?
His answer floored me - Because a real man takes care of the people around him, regardless if he is friends with them or not. I def stopped seeing him as simply doormat-nice.
Luke Branwen 6 days ago
THIS is what makes a man. Not the Andrew Tate or Jordan Peterson nonsense.
#14
On an early hike with my guy, he stopped to pick up litter on the trail. It wasn't showy or performative. He just likes to leave the world better than he found it. It was so endearing.
#15
"I know the conversation derailed a bit but you were in the middle of telling a story, can I hear the rest?"
I fell for him hard and fast. No one had ever made me feel heard that way.
nomnomborkbork 4 days ago
As I age and derail myself in conversation with my husband, he does this. Never says "Don't you remember?", just gently guides me back. I appreciate it more than he will ever know.
Like I said before, it's wildly beautiful what humans are truly capable of. Anyway, dear readers, that's it from our end of the rope. Now we hand things over to you as you type away your heartfelt instances or small gestures that completely won you over. Go on, don't be shy. Just type away your thoughts in the comments. Also, if you have a favorite in the list, don't forget to upvote it!
#16
I went to a wedding with my then gf. I was on call that weekend so did not drink but she had a few too many. I helped her in the passenger seat, i shut the door and get in the drivers seat. She says to me drunkenly, “You know what? We’re going to get married. I knew you were the one since you first spoke to me. Okay?”. I said okay. Then we talked about my nice shoulders. This was like our 6th date. The next time I talked to her, I hinted around if she remembered the car ride home. Did I complain about my job? Oh I’m so sorry, it must have bored you. My shoulders and I did marry her about 2 years later.
Not-a-Clue (she/her) 6 days ago
Can we assume she's since been made aware of this conversation?
#17
Guy said “i love you” towards his father.
Aideen Brannan 4 days ago (edited)
My husband was an orphan from his teenage years forward; my parents (mom, dad, stepmom) took to him instantly. He had his own terms of endearment for them and never failed to tell them he loved them.
#19
I am a really quiet person and what's worse is that I can't speak loudly even if I try. Once I was in a group and was trying to say something, but people didn't notice but one of the girls asked everyone to stop talking and listen to what I was trying to say. That was such a nice gesture! We have been friends since then
The Majestic Opossum 4 days ago (edited)
I had an older man in my office that always did this for the younger girls who often said something valuable, but were just talked over. He'd stop the other person and say "I'm sorry, Hilary, you were saying something? Please continue." Sadly it's not something I have often seen and I really loved and respected that. I totally saw him differently after that.
#20
My husband needed to sharpen a knife, but didn't have his tools. He went outside, grabbed a rock and sharpened it with that.
It was some real primal caveman s**t, and I wanted to climb him like a tree.
#21
Happened at the beginning when I moved to Germany, not knowing the language, not knowing anyone. Everyone in my class laughed at me for not knowing the language. She was the only one who was nice to me and helped me instead of laughing at me.
Just a boring person 4 days ago
Good for her, the rest of the classmates really deserved having their tongues removed.
#22
Me and my boyfriend and I had only been together for a few months, I was invited to the his brothers wedding and wore a blue long gown (was too over dressed and always felt embarrassed about it) we had to take stairs to get to the upstairs venue. The dress was long. I didn't struggle in it, but as we were walking up the stairs he held the trail of the dress as I walked up and down.... knew I got myself a good-en still togther 8 years on.
#23
We were walking home from the bar late, homeless guy came up to our group to ask for money. nobody said anything for a second, just looked at him, when one of my friends walks up to the man and introduces himself and shakes his hand. single mot admirable and attractive thing i’ve seen, recognizing the humanity in a man down on his luck and taking the time to introduce himself. i believe he gave him a few dollars after chatting for a few min.
another one is noticing that a (different) guy would always show up. he was at every rehearsal, funeral, party, helping someone move - if he said he would be there, he was there. you could see he really cared for his people and the way he showed it was by showing up for them.
Roni Stone 1 week ago
People often call me a sucker for taking the time to talk a few minutes with a homeless man or woman. Whether or not I have any cash or change to give them, I can certainly give them some acknowledgement and let them know I see them. That costs me absolutely nothing. Good on your friends.
#24
Stopped me after I interrupted someone. Let them finish, then asked me what I had been about to say.
Simple kindness was so attractive, I married him.
#25
Partner puts on toolbelt and fixes things *swoooon*.
Niels AirMax 4 days ago
Oh boy, do girls LOVE their men fixing things! Don't downvote, you KNOW i'm right! 😇
#26
She strongly cared about helping me make good decisions on something she was knowledgeable about. Then she soldered my phone to work again?!
#27
I don't know if it was really small, but... He put some real effort into giving good, thoughtful support and advice to a shared friend who had asked for it.
In that moment, my view of him changed from "he's nice, but it's good that he's busy a lot or else he'd be a little much" to "I can't get enough of his company and I'll make him a priority".
#28
My friend guided me into a coffee shop by gently putting his hand at the small of my back. That simple, guiding gesture instantly endeared him to me. My feelings toward him changed in an instant.
We’ve been married 42 years.
#29
They left my fries alone, you don't know how refreshing this is for me. I hate it when someone touches my food.
#30
Being honest and candid. When asked about how one is doing or what they like, not giving a cookie cutter answer, but being vulnerable to give real information is incredible energy.
#31
I once looked at a pot I was using for rice and grabbed the correct lid after glancing at the pile of lids we had in the cabinet. She told me that was hot.
#32
So I'm not sure if this counts or not, but I was at Subway and this girl was working on an online order. She was reading through the ticket and she started nodding her head back and forth in a "yeah yeah yeah, I read that part already" kind of way. And I just thought it was cute as hell. The reason I don't know whether or not it counts is because I h̶a̶v̶e̶ had a massive crush on her before that. She probably could have committed murder in front of me, and I would have thought it was cute.
Mother Lunatic 3 days ago
Unrelated to the submission, but I know exactly where that picture was taken lmao
#34
I never found my best friend attractive at all... until i saw them with wet hair.
that awakened something...
#35
A long time ago I was making out with a girl that would end up being my girlfriend, I asked her to take her sweater off and she retorted that she wasn't going to do that because she wasn't feeling hot. I just loved that sassy retort.
What do you think ?
The Majestic Opossum 4 days ago
Well, even though nobody asked, I'm going to share my own: I've known my husband since we were teens and we started dating (again) in our 20s. He always had a reputation for being an as*hole (and he rightfully earned much of that rep). But, whenever we'd take a trip into the city near us, he'd always give to the homeless who approached us and was genuinely kind to them. At one point I had to start giving him a "budget" for donating money or else he'd give it all away! That and how much he loves animals. Not just the cute domesticated ones either, but taking care of an injured squirrel and taking it to the local wild animal vet when he found it. I feel like any man that is instantly loved by every dog he meets has got to be a keeper. I'm glad I saw through his rough exterior all those years ago because we're celebrating 15 years of marriage this year 🥰
Bat cat in a hat 3 days ago
I really enjoyed reading it! Happy 15th anniversary!
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Andrew Arons 3 days ago
On my first date with my now wife, I introduced her to a Maltese that my ex "let" me have when we split up. The dog was cute as heck, but dumb as a stump and completely untrainable, which is why she became my dog. Anyway, I had a habit of holding Maggie like a baby, and I was the only one she'd let hold her that way. My wife said she fell in love with me when she saw that. It was all a part of my master plan!😈
jasper 3 days ago
Had a very long flight overseas. The flight was overbooked, but because I had booked my ticket so far in advance they upgraded me to first class. They accidentally let one too many people onto the plane. The extra guy had no seat and was in the bar area upstairs. He refused to get off the plane. The nice older gentleman next to me let the guy have his seat so he could sleep for a few hours. I thought that was such a nice thing to do.
The Majestic Opossum 4 days ago
Well, even though nobody asked, I'm going to share my own: I've known my husband since we were teens and we started dating (again) in our 20s. He always had a reputation for being an as*hole (and he rightfully earned much of that rep). But, whenever we'd take a trip into the city near us, he'd always give to the homeless who approached us and was genuinely kind to them. At one point I had to start giving him a "budget" for donating money or else he'd give it all away! That and how much he loves animals. Not just the cute domesticated ones either, but taking care of an injured squirrel and taking it to the local wild animal vet when he found it. I feel like any man that is instantly loved by every dog he meets has got to be a keeper. I'm glad I saw through his rough exterior all those years ago because we're celebrating 15 years of marriage this year 🥰
Bat cat in a hat 3 days ago
I really enjoyed reading it! Happy 15th anniversary!
Load More Replies... Andrew Arons 3 days ago
On my first date with my now wife, I introduced her to a Maltese that my ex "let" me have when we split up. The dog was cute as heck, but dumb as a stump and completely untrainable, which is why she became my dog. Anyway, I had a habit of holding Maggie like a baby, and I was the only one she'd let hold her that way. My wife said she fell in love with me when she saw that. It was all a part of my master plan!😈
jasper 3 days ago
Had a very long flight overseas. The flight was overbooked, but because I had booked my ticket so far in advance they upgraded me to first class. They accidentally let one too many people onto the plane. The extra guy had no seat and was in the bar area upstairs. He refused to get off the plane. The nice older gentleman next to me let the guy have his seat so he could sleep for a few hours. I thought that was such a nice thing to do.
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