Lisa R McFadden-Johnson
Comm210
April 19, 2015
EXCELSIOR COLLEGE
Love Languages
Love languages what exactly is that? Well it is a way that you communicate love the best. My love langue is Physical touch. Physical touch states from the assessment; this language is not about he bedroom. A person whose primary language is Physical Touch is, not surprisingly, very touchy. Hugs, pats on the back, holding hands and thoughtful touches on the arm, shoulder, or face-they can all be ways to show excitement, concern, care, and love. Physical presence and accessibility are crucial, while neglect or abuse can be unforgivable and destructive. Physical touch fosters a sense of security and belonging in any relationship (5lovelanguages.com). …show more content…
If both parties learn this style of communication I think they would have less issues. This assessment has taught me everyone loves and communicates in different ways. There is not a right or a wrong way to do it. It is best if you know your partners love language. If my love language was gift getting, then my partner should know that is a way to my heart. Since my love language is touching that should also be known. It would be hard to have a partner who does not like to touch, for me that would be a deal breaker. Knowing this I can share my results and go to another level in the …show more content…
From friends, co-workers and family to include long-term relationships. In any relationship both must agree and learn how to communicate to each other. Learning the Nature of Friendship (p 250) helped me understand what is needed to make a friendship work. I now know, I must expect to invest in any relationship with time, effort, thought, and feelings (p250). Emotional closeness with intimacy to include time, talk and shared experiences (p251). Learning my love language has given me a brighter outlook on a healthy long-term committed relationship. There are dimensions of romantic relationships to include passion, commitment and intimacy (p275-276). Understanding the steps of a relationship, I now can catch an issue before it may destroy the relationship. Something I wish I would have learned sooner. Following the development of romantic relationships (p279) steps with growth and navigation, before it may get to deterioration stage. I’ve learned about great tools and ways to express my feelings, to prevent unnecessary conflicts from