Sure, in theory, you just say it. But in reality, figuring out how to tell someone you love them often feels a lot more nerve-wracking. That’s because saying “I love you” to someone new *is ...

The first time you tell someone you love them, they might go weak in the knees. The millionth time? It’s probably still nice to hear—but also a bit, well, familiar. “Words do matter,” says ...