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When you love someone the way they would like to be loved, it not only draws them closer to you, but you to them as well. Ever heard the saying: "It's better to give than to receive"? It surely is true. When you stop thinking of what you should be receiving from your partner, but what you could give instead, you would realise that the love that is missing is the love that you are not giving. Use the 5 Love Languages to better understand your partner and yourself.
1.Words of Affirmation
Three simple words, "I love you" is important to your partner, the reason behind this love is equally as important and would send their spirits skyward. Reassurance and praises would leave your partner feeling euphoric. On the other hand, emotionally harsh words and undue criticism would leave them shattered and are not easily forgotten.
2.Acts of Service
One who is always willing to do things for you, your partner would like the same in return. Whether it is helping out with house chores or running errands for them, this would reassure your partner that you are a team with them. Your partner would love to be of a higher priority than others and half fulfilled promises are a no no.
3.Receiving Gifts
Everyone loves receiving gifts, but no one loves it more than someone whose love language is receiving gifts. This love language is not the same as materialism a simple gift would suffice. It shows your partner that you were thinking of them during the day. As a big lover of receiving gifts, your partner would hate it when you forget special occasions, as they would be anticipating a gift!
4.Quality Time
Anything that involves spending time together would be something that your partner would treasure, even if it were sitting at home together. Nothing is more important to your partner than to receive your undivided attention. It is not only about being there physically for them but also being there in whole. However, they may be viewed as clingy as they dislike gaps of time between meetings.
5.Physical Touch
A simple embrace or sitting close to you partner would be a way of emphasising your love. This language is not all about being sexual but it's the thoughtful touches that make their heart flutter. Harsh physical actions are still deemed as an abuse to your partner and not an act of love. Make intimacy a thoughtful priority.
