We have long known that physical touch is a way of communicating emotional love. Research projects in the area of child development have made that conclusion: Babies who are held, hugged, and kissed develop a healthier emotional life than those who are left for long periods of time without physical contact. Holding hands, kissing, embracing, […]
Back by Popular Demand: Love Language Part 4 – Acts of Service
Actions like cooking a meal, setting a table, washing dishes, vacuuming, taking out the garbage, moving the grass, changing the cat’s litter tray, etc are all acts of service. They require thought, planning, time, effort, and energy. If done with a positive spirit, they are indeed expressions of love. Within every language, there are many […]
Back by Popular Demand Series: Love Language Part 3 – Receiving Gifts
A gift is something that you can hold in your hand and say, “Look, he was thinking of me,” or “She remembered me.” You must be thinking of someone to give a gift. The gift itself is a symbol of that thought. It doesn’t matter if it costs money. Gifts need not to expensive, nor […]
Back by Popular Demand Series: Love Language Part 1 – Words of Affirmation
Verbal compliments, or words of affirmation, are powerful communicators of love. They are best expressed in simple, straightforward statements of affirmation, such as: “You look sharp in that suit.” “Do you ever look nice in that dress! Wow!” “You must be the best potato cook in the world. I love these potatoes.” “I really appreciate […]
Back by Popular Demand Series: The 5 Love Languages
So what are the 5 Love Languages? Each person feels and shows love in different ways. Let’s see if you recognize yourself and your loved ones by reading the description of the 5 Love Languages. [Tweet “Pop psychology? Knowing about this one has its benefit…”] Words of Affirmation This person needs acknowledgment for who they are and […]
