Gary Chapman is famous for creating the concept of the five love languages, also known as how people in a romantic relationship experience love. Each is very different. If you know your love language and your partner’s, it will help both of you feel better loved as you journey through life together.
What Are the Five Love Languages?
1. Affirmation
The first love language is affirmation. Affirmation means you should love your partner by praising them, affirming them, and showing them you appreciate them. These words are spoken and can come in all shapes and sizes. It’s easy to make your loved one’s day with the small things you do for them.
For example, you might point out something you appreciate that your partner did or provide them a compliment about their outfit. There are endless ways to bring affirmation to life.
2. Quality Time
Next is quality time, a love language centered around spending time together. When you hang out with them, they feel loved when you give it your all, and you are present in every moment.
For example, turn off your cell phone when speaking to them and look them in the eye. Show them you care.
3. Physical Touch
Physical touch is exactly what it sounds like. Someone whose love language is physical touch feels loved when they receive physical contact from a loved one. They might like holding hands, cuddling on the couch, and being with you whenever possible.
4. Acts of Service
When you show your partner you love them through acts of service, you’re doing things for them to show them you love them. These make them feel seen, loved and appreciated.
Acts of service could include doing the dishes, going grocery shopping, or filling up the tank in the car. It’s something that clearly shows them you care.
5. Receiving Gifts
The final love language centers around the person receiving gifts. They feel the most loved when they are being gifted items, but not in a selfish way. To them, gifts are a form of love and affection. They particularly feel loved with a well-thought-out gift.
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