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Source: Plum Comfort Umoren-Olorunnisomo We have discussed two of the five love languages (words of affirmation and quality time). In this final episode, we will be looking at the other three which are receiving gifts, acts of service and physical touch; and how they can help to ensure a smooth and stress-free relationship. Receiving Gifts Source: GirlsAskGuys People in this group believe gift-giving is the best way to express love and affection and so, they value gifts and effort put in by their partners to get them gifts regardless of whether the gifts are cheap or expensive, tangible or intangible, big or small. This doesn’t mean they are materialistic or can be bought over by gifts; it is just their own way of wanting to be loved. They expect their better half to shower them with gifts not just only on special occasions but every time their lovers care to say or show them how much they love and value them. People with this love language can remember each gift their partners give th...

Source: Pinterest Comfort Umoren-Olorunnisomo Have you ever done what you think is enough for your partner yet they complain or doubt your love for them? Perhaps you are not speaking the love language they understand. Just like language, love language is a unique way of communicating your affection towards your better half, it is a way partners can express and experience love so each feels loved and appreciated. Using your own love language to communicate love to your partner may not be understood, appreciated, reciprocated and effective. It is important we observe, communicate and know our significant other’s love language and apply it appropriately in our relationship to spice things up and make that special one feel truly loved and appreciated. The five love languages as identified by Gary Chapman (1992) in his book, ‘The 5 Love Languages’ are words of affirmation, quality time, receiving gifts, acts of service and physical touch. No one of these languages is better than the other, ...

  3 Relationship Habits that Can Be Both Healthy and Toxic Source: RelRules Comfort Umoren-Olorunnisomo No man is an island. The human nature craves for companionship, everyone wants to love and be loved hence the need for relationships, especially intimate relationships. Some relationships can be considered toxic and others, healthy, this is determined by attitudes and habits exhibited by parties involved. However, a healthy habit when done in excess can be termed toxic and a toxic habit to one may be healthy to another. For instance, loving a partner excessively can result in obsessive tendencies and flattery may be both healthy and toxic depending on the context, issue and individuals involved. Let’s look at 3 relationship habits that are healthy but toxic if not controlled. Conflict Resolution It is important to be able to resolve conflicts as a couple without the interference of a third party. While this is encouraged, it should also be noted that not all conflicts must be res...