The True Meaning of Love and How to Speak The Language
What is Love and Why Is It So Powerful?
Whether you have been hit by the “love bug”, or are a doting parent, friend or partner, love is a very powerful thing and conveying the language of love is easier said than done. Are you willing to go through the ups and downs of love? Do you desire to connect with people, or to set up strong and reliable linkages? Then the 5 love languages can help you along the way, so let’s get started:
What are the 5 love languages you ask? There many ways to express love and its beauty. The more that people learn about love, the better. The five languages consist of the following:
· Words of Affirmation
· Acts of Service
· Receiving Gifts
· Quality Time
· Physical Touch.
Let’s learn these methods one by one.
For the words of affirmation, it is a way for each and every one of us to appreciate the person's work and sacrifices. Although it is not always common for us to appreciate the hard work of others, this trait however can help in strengthening relationships. This is the first in the five love languages.
The second language is the acts of service. This is the type of love that promotes actions. It does not linger of passive works but on active ones. Helping your family in cleaning out the garbage, washing the car, or even clearing the table and rinsing off plates are all simple acts of service. However, they render far more outcomes than you'll ever know. Especially when they are done without someone having to ask.
The third language that is noted is receiving gifts. Gifts are often used to depict love in many ways. For many generations giving and receiving gifts are noted as actions of love and in displaying love. Even in several animal cultures gift giving is an act of love and affection, cats (big and small), monkeys, wolves, etc.
The fourth one may seem unimportant, but it is one of the most neglected acts of all. Time is of the essence and time is gold but despite its importance and significance, our family and loved ones needed it the most. If you want to show your love to your family, you can do so through the act of rendering quality time with them. The purpose of this one is to show to your loved ones that they are important too and it can be manifested when you are sacrificing your time for them. It is more important today than ever, with a world of buzzing and digital options, take time for your family and loved ones. Speak to them, listen to them, make eye contact with them!
The last act of love or display of love is physical touch. It can be shown through hugging the people we love, giving respect and ensure the bond that has linked you both. For spouses, it is vital because it promotes trust and closeness, for families and children, it promotes safety and assurance of being loved. Just as when a baby cries and the simple (and very natural act) of picking up that child and holding, speaking softly and rocking them calms and soothes them, humans never stop needing this power display of love and bonding.
Love has the power to transform and overcome each hurdle of any relationship no matter what the circumstance, and the 5 Love Languages are among the best tools to opt for if you aim to strengthen your family ties and relationships.
Love can overcome any hurdle of indifference and insecurity. Let the love that radiates within you shine bright, and may your candle light that of a thousand more!