The Five Love Languages.
Do you know yours?
‘The 5 Love Languages’ remains one of the best books on relationships. Gary Chapman wrote it and it was first published in 1992. The book tells of different ways partners express and experience love.
The need to be loved and appreciated is rooted deep in human nature. Psychologists say that love and affection are children’s most essential emotional needs.
Marriage is a lifelong commitment where two people decide to become one, as a symbol of their love. One way to gauge whether your emotional needs are being met in the relationship is to look at your love tank. Keeping the love tank full is an essential part of a healthy marriage.
Relationships change as the initial stage of falling in love fades, communication becomes important, and the solution to issues you may be facing in the relationship. As the relationship changes and the initial honeymoon phase fades, people need to communicate more frequently about their expectations in the marriage. This ensures understanding between the couple.
People feel and express love differently and understanding your partner’s love language is key to a long-lasting marriage. People can be together for ages but misunderstandings may arise because one misinterpreted the other’s love language.
The Love Languages.
Words of affirmation- Praise is the sweetest of all, giving verbal compliments is one way to uplift your partner. They could buy a new outfit, or something good they did, show them how much you appreciate them by complimenting them genuinely.
Quality time with your partner- The key to this one is undivided attention, you are present with your partner and not distracted by screens or anything else. You could spend this time having quality conversations or doing an activity that you both enjoy.
Gifts- Some people express love by giving gifts, while others love to receive gifts. They don’t have to be tied to the monetary value, the act of giving gifts goes a long way to show your partner how much you love them.
Acts of service- This love language requires you to do helpful things for your partner. This means doing things that you know your partner would appreciate such as paying the bills, taking out the trash, cooking, and cleaning up after dinner. To do this for your partner, people need to let go of stereotypes and know you are doing it out of love and respect for your marriage.
Physical touch- This is represented by kissing, hugging, holding hands, and any act that brings you physically closer. If your partner’s love language is physical touch, you have to show them through touch. Do what will make you feel comfortable around each other.
Conclusion.
Relationships are one of the most satisfying things in life. To have a good relationship with your partner, you have to be willing to put in the work, and you have to know when to compromise. Remember, people love to express love how they would love to receive it, that comes naturally to human beings. Be keen and you will be able to satisfy your partner in the relationship.
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