The "5 Love Languages" is a concept introduced by Gary Chapman in his book "The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts." According to Chapman, there are five different ways in which people give and receive love:
- Words of Affirmation: People who give and receive love through words of affirmation need to hear verbal expressions of love and appreciation, such as compliments, kind words, and affirmations.
- Acts of Service: People who give and receive love through acts of service prefer to show and receive love through acts of service and doing things for others, such as household chores, cooking, and other practical tasks.
- Receiving Gifts: People who give and receive love through gifts appreciate the thoughtfulness and effort that goes into gift-giving and like to receive gifts as symbols of love and affection.
- Quality Time: People who give and receive love through quality time value spending one-on-one time with their loved ones, focusing on each other and doing activities together.
- Physical Touch: People who give and receive love through physical touch appreciate physical contact, such as hugs, hand-holding, and cuddling, as a way to show and receive love.