Here’s how you can show your love if words of affirmation are your partner’s language

According to Dr Gary Chapman, there are five love languages—words of affirmation, acts of service, quality time, physical touch, and receiving gifts. People express love in various ways, and understanding these differences and adapting to them to show your love for your partner is key to a fulfilling relationship.

Now, your partner might express their love to you in various ways. They might do little acts of service like cooking your favourite meal or leaving notes that say they love you with their words. Either way, it's important to learn to speak each other's love language. This understanding helps us feel truly loved and more secure in our relationship. So, if your partner's love language is words of affirmation, then here’s how you can practice it for them too.

Tell them that you love them often 

Be honest with them at all times 

For people whose love language is words of affirmation, it is important that you be honest with them at all times, whether it's good or bad. They value honesty, even during disagreements. However, it's equally crucial to remember that words carry significant weight for them. Therefore, even during arguments, it's important to choose your words wisely and refrain from saying anything hurtful or insincere. For that’s going to stay with them for a long time. 

Write them letters 

Trust us, they are going to love it. For anyone who relies on words as their primary love language, this gesture will be incredibly meaningful to them. They may cherish it and keep it safe for much longer than you might expect. So, take some time to think about all you want to express to your partner and jot it down. Also, pro tip: for these individuals, a handwritten letter can be the most treasured birthday gift.

Leave notes for them 

Irrespective of whatever love language your partner speaks, this is one of the sweetest and most romantic gestures. Leaving small notes around the house for your partner has the potential to turn even a bad day around. So, go ahead and do it. Before leaving for work, you can slyly place a few notes around—perhaps near the mirror or in the fridge. These sweet surprises definitely make someone feel loved.

Remember to compliment them 

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