Are you looking for ways to make that special someone in your life feel loved? Gary Chapman explores the idea that everyone has a love language. Love languages can be defined as a primary way of expressing and interpreting love. There are simple things you can do each day to show that special someone that you love and appreciate them. The five love languages consist of: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts of Service, and Physical Touch. The sooner you identify your love language, the sooner you will begin to understand the ways in which you show and wish to receive love.
Words of Affirmation
You feel appreciated when someone gives you unsolicited compliments like “I love you,” and “great job.” Receiving words of encouragement makes you feel loved. Hurtful words will leave you heartbroken.
Quality Time
You cherish spending uninterrupted time with your mate. Spending time with each other by participating in any activity makes you feel special and loved. Distractions, postponed dates or the failure to listen can be hurtful to someone who values quality time.
Receiving Gifts
This does not necessarily mean that you are materialistic. This love language thrives on thoughtfulness, and the effort put into a gift. The easiest way to offend you will be to miss a birthday, anniversary, or fail to put much thought into a gift.
Acts of Service
Helping out with chores can be seen as expressing love. You value any act that will ease the burden of responsibilities around the house. The easiest way to offend someone who values “acts of service” will be laziness, broken commitments, and destroying the home.
Physical Touch
You value hugs, kisses, massages, holding hands, and thoughtful touches on the arm. In fact you are a very touchy at times with your spouse. Neglecting someone who values physical touch can be seen as hurtful.
There are several assessments on the 5 Love Languages site that will aid you in discovering your love language.
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