DISCOVER YOUR LOVE LANGUAGESBased on the work by Dr. Gary Chapman, choose the following statement that best describes you...WORDS OF AFFIRMATIONPeople whose love language is words of affirmation want to hear they are appreciated and loved more than anything. It can be as simple as saying “I love you” or “I appreciate you” randomly throughout the day instead of just before bed or when you go to work, or a more grand gesture like leaving notes throughout your home for them. For Significant OtherLeave them a sticky note on the bathroom mirror saying “I love you”Compliment a project they’ve recently finishedSend them a letter in the mail telling them you appreciate themShare something nice they did on Facebook or InstagramGive them a phone call just to say how much you love themFor KidsWrite them a nice note and pack it with their lunchGive them a bracelet with that says “I love you” to wearHang their art on the fridge and tell them how much you love itTell them you appreciate them when they do their choresShare five reasons why you love themFor YourselfRead through your favorite quotesWrite down what you like about yourselfRepeat self love affirmations to yourself in the mirrorSave notes people have written you and read them laterCall a friend and talk about what you love about one anotherSource: www.ftd.comQUALITY TIME People whose love language is quality time want to spend undivided attention with those they love. This means leaving your cell phone behind and devoting special time to your loved one. Whether it’s just having a conversation over coffee or watching their favorite movie with them, just spending time with that person will let them know that you care. For Significant OtherTry out a new restaurant or cook togetherGo on a walk together after dinnerPlan a romantic picnic—without phonesBuy tickets for a movie or play they’ve been wanting to seeSchedule a weekly date nightFor KidsPlay board games or video games with themTake them on a lunch date without any other siblingsBake cookies or something else sweet togetherPlay catch in the yard togetherTake a road trip or overnight trip togetherFor YourselfRead a book in bedTake a bath with a fizzy bath bombWander around a new neighborhoodFind a solo hobby you enjoyJournal your thoughtsSource: www.ftd.comRECEIVING GIFTS People who want to receive gifts as a sign of love are not materialistic. They want thoughtful gifts that indicate their loved ones have been listening to them and thinking of them throughout the day. This can be done by sending them flowers in the middle of the week or by buying them a certificate to the spa. But what matters most is the thought behind the gift! For Significant OtherBring them their favorite flowers, just becauseBuy them something they’ve been wanting for awhileSend them a surprise package at workMake them a mix CD and explain why you chose each song for themSign them up for a class they’ve been wanting to takeFor KidsBuy them a new outfit and lay it out on their bedLet them pick out one new toy at the storeSurprise them with a present on an obscure holidayPack a small gift in their backpackGet them their favorite treat at the grocery storeFor YourselfBuy yourself your favorite dessertOrder something off your wishlistHave an extra glass of wineCreate a photo album of your favorite memoriesMake DIY decor for your homeSource: www.ftd.comACTS OF SERVICE People whose love language is acts of service prefer that people show their love and appreciation with chores and other odd-jobs. It goes beyond just doing chores or what you’re asked to do, but picking up extra work around the house or running errands they’ve been dreading to make their day easier. For Significant OtherMake them breakfast in bedTake the dog for a walkDo the grocery shoppingFold and put away their laundryGive them an hour of uninterrupted TV timeFor KidsDo a chore they’ve been dreadingHelp them clean their roomLet them choose the movie the family watchesMake their bed for them when they forgetCook them their favorite mealFor YourselfOrder takeout food so you don’t have to worry about cookingTreat yourself to a cleaning serviceDeclutter your home and donate unused items to a charityStart using a laundry service to pick up your dry-cleaningInvest in a robotic vacuumSource: www.ftd.comPHYSICAL TOUCH The physical touch love language isn’t just reserved for couples or significant others. People who “speak” this love language simple enjoy human contact, whether it’s with a hug after a long day or just sitting near someone. For Significant OtherGive them a backscratch or a massage—before they ask for onePut your arm around them or hold their hand while you’re out in publicGive them a hug or a kiss, just becauseSchedule cuddling or snuggling time as a dateTake them out for a night of dancingFor KidsLet them sit on your lap while you read to themStyle their hair for them or help them get dressedGive them a surprise piggyback ride around the houseHold their hand while shopping togetherCuddle them to help them fall asleepFor YourselfSchedule a manicure or pedicure for yourselfSnuggle with petsSpend five minutes stretching after you wake upGet a haircut and enjoy the complimentary head-massageSleep with a weighted blanketSource: www.ftd.comA. I like to receive notes of affirmation.B. I like to be hugged.A. I like to spend one-on-one time with others.B. I feel loved when I'm given practical help.A. I like it when someone gives me gifts.B. I like taking long walks with others.A. I feel loved when you do things to help me.B. I feel loved when you hug or touch me.A. Hold me in your arms.B. Surprise me with a gift.A. I like to go places with you.B. I like to hold hands with you.A. I feel loved when you acknowledge me.B. Visible symbols of love (gifts) are very important to me.A. Sit close to me.B. Tell me that I'm attractive.A. I like to spend time with you.B. I like to receive little gifts from you.A. I know you love me when you help me.B. Your words of acceptance are important to me.A. I like to be together when we do things.B. I like the kind words you say to me.A. I feel whole when we hug.B. What you do affects me more than what you say.A. I value your praise and try to avoid your criticism.B. Several inexpensive gifts mean more to me than one large expensive gift.A. I feel closer to you when you touch me.B. I feel close when we are talking and doing something together.A. I like you to compliment my achievements.B. I know you love me when you do things for me that you don't enjoy doing.A. I like for you to touch me when you walk by.B. I like when you listen to me sympathetically.A. I really enjoy receiving gifts from you.B. I feel loved when you help me with my projects.A. I like when you compliment my appearance.B. I like when you take time to understand my feelings.A. I feel secure when you are touching me.B. Your acts of service make me feel loved.A. I appreciate the many things you do for me.B. I like receiving gifts that you make.A. I love your undivided attention.B. I love the way you serve me.A. Celebrate my birthday with gifts.B. Celebrate my birthday with meaningful words to me.A. I feel loved when you help me with my chores.B. I know you are thinking of me when you give me a gift.A. I appreciate it when you remember special days with a gift.B. I appreciate it when you listen patiently and don't interrupt me.A. I enjoy extended trips with you.B. I like to know that you are concerned enough to help me with my daily task.A. Kissing me unexpectedly makes me feel loved.B. Giving me a gift for no occasion makes me feel loved.A. I like to be told that you appreciate me.B. I like for you to look at me when we are talking.A. Your gifts are always special to me.B. I feel loved when you kiss me.A. I feel loved when you tell me how much you appreciate me.B. I feel loved when you enthusiastically do a task I have requested.A. I need to be hugged by you every day.B. I need your words of affirmation daily.