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When you’re dating someone, it’s hard to see them feeling sad, especially if you can’t do anything to fix it. If your boyfriend has been feeling down lately, you might be thinking of picking him up something special. Since guys are sometimes a little hard to shop for, we’ve compiled a list of great gifts you could buy your boyfriend to cheer him up and make his day a little better.

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Sweet love note

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Something hobby-related

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  1. Get him something that he needs for his hobby that he’s been wanting for a while. It doesn’t have to be super expensive—just something he’ll appreciate. [9]
    • For example, if he’s into Dungeons and Dragons, you could buy him a new set of dice.
    • If he’s into woodworking, grab him a new pair of work gloves or safety goggles.
    • If your boyfriend is a skater, get him some new wheels for his deck.
    • If he likes photography, see if he needs any new lens caps.
    • Reader Poll: We asked 320 wikiHow readers, and 53% said that the best gifts are ones related to the recipient’s hobbies . [Take Poll] Choosing a gift related to your boyfriend's interests will show him you care!
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    How do you cheer up your boyfriend over text?
    Allen Wagner, MFT, MA
    Marriage & Family Therapist
    Allen Wagner is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Los Angeles, California. He received his Master's in Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2004. He specializes in working with individuals and couples on ways they can improve their relationships. Along with his wife, Talia Wagner, he's the author of Married Roommates.
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    A thoughtful message can be a sweet touch. For example, you might send him something that says, "Hey I just drove past that place we went on our first date and I was thinking of you. Love you!"
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    How do I spoil my boyfriend?
    Allen Wagner, MFT, MA
    Marriage & Family Therapist
    Allen Wagner is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Los Angeles, California. He received his Master's in Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2004. He specializes in working with individuals and couples on ways they can improve their relationships. Along with his wife, Talia Wagner, he's the author of Married Roommates.
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    Is there something he always likes to eat when he's feeling down? Grab that!
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    How can I pick a sweet gift that's personal?
    Allen Wagner, MFT, MA
    Marriage & Family Therapist
    Allen Wagner is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Los Angeles, California. He received his Master's in Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2004. He specializes in working with individuals and couples on ways they can improve their relationships. Along with his wife, Talia Wagner, he's the author of Married Roommates.
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    Find out what kinds of things were meaningful to them when they were young—when they had a big success, how was that celebrated? When they were down or upset, what made them feel better?
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