The love languages are five distinct ways people give and receive love, developed by Dr. Gary Chapman in his book "The 5 Love Languages." These include:
- Words of Affirmation: Expressing love through spoken or written words of praise, appreciation, encouragement, and frequent "I love you"s.
- Quality Time: Showing love by giving undivided attention through meaningful activities and conversation.
- Physical Touch: Demonstrating care through affectionate physical contact like hugging, kissing, and holding hands.
- Acts of Service: Expressing love by doing helpful and thoughtful actions that ease a partner's burdens.
- Receiving Gifts: Showing love with meaningful and symbolic presents that express thoughtfulness.
People often have one primary love language in which they feel most loved, and conflicts in relationships can arise when partners "speak" different love languages. Understanding and regularly expressing love in a partner's primary love language can strengthen relationships.
