How can I make my boyfriend feel loved? How do I get his spark back? We had an amazing first few months and then some drama from my side popped up (car accident, losing my family, etc.) And I've been wrapped in my own self.

I want to make him feel loved but he's very independent and doesn't like when I buy him gifts or babble about my day. He's pretty simple. I asked him how I could make him happier or feel loved but he doesn't really know what the answer is.