The Five Love Languages

l. Words of affirmation – using words to build up the other person. “Thanks for taking out the garbage.” Not – “It’s about time you took the garbage out. The flies were going to carry it out for you.”

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2. Gifts – a gift says, “He was thinking about me. Look what he got for me.”

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3. Acts of Service – Doing something for your spouse that you know they would like. Cooking a meal, washing dishes, vacuuming floors, are all acts of service.

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4. Quality time – by which I mean, giving your spouse your undivided attention. Taking a walk together or sitting on the couch with the TV off – talking and
listening.

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5. Physical touch – holding hands, hugging, kissing, sexual intercourse, are all
expressions of love.