Hey psych2goers! welcome back to another psych2go video. When it comes to relationships, no two people show their love in exactly the same way.
To help everyone understand the different ways one can give and receive affection, marriage counselor Dr Gary Chapman developed the concept of five love languages, which include words of affirmation, acts of service, receiving gifts, quality time, and physical touch. Keep watching to find out what your love language says about you, but first find out what your love language is by taking Dr Chapman's quiz yourself, or with your partner. The link's in the description below.
Okay. So now that you know your love language, let's dive into the video. 1.
Words of affirmation For some, actions don't always speak louder than words. If you score high for words of affirmation, you take conversations to heart. You may enjoy keeping in touch often, or having distraction-free conversations.
You find it meaningful to hear the reasons behind your partner's love, and you appreciate open and honest communication. Also, negative words can have just as much of an impact on you as positive ones. 2.
Acts of service If you value acts of service, you love to hear the words 'let me do that for you', especially when a task is particularly stressful. Nothing feels better than when your partner helps take some weight off your shoulders. You are also likely to offer your company on errands, or offer to help out around the house as a token of showing appreciation.
Laziness and broken commitments are major deal-breakers for you. 3. Receiving gifts Do you love receiving gifts more than anything else?
This love language can be a bit deceiving: it isn't a gift, but the thought behind it that counts. Receiving the perfect gift makes you feel seen and heard, as well as appreciated, especially if the gift is a surprise. You feel happy and secure because you know your partner is thinking of you when you're not around.
According to Dr Chapman's quiz results, gifts are visual representations of love, and are treasured greatly by those who value this love language. 4. Quality time If you've got quality time as your primary love language, you want undivided attention from your partner.
Distraction-free and one-on-one time is the key to making you feel special and appreciated. Quality time also includes conversations and shared activities, like sharing a meal, as long as your attention is on one another. And 5.
Physical touch Do you value frequent non-sexual touch with your partner, whether it be through hand-holding, hugs, or a simple squeeze on the arm? To you, touch can be comforting and supportive in many kinds of relationships. Physical touch can be a great way to express care or concern for you, it's all about knowing that they're there for you.
If you speak this love language, long-distance relationships may not be the best for you. Did you find this video insightful? Which love language do you relate to most?
Let us know in the comments below. If you want to learn more about the five languages by Dr Gary Chapman, check out our video: "what IS love language? ".
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