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Summary: The best - hands down - for all couples
Review: This is the first of Gary Chapman's books I ever read (they all are wonderful)- about ten years ago. It is so good, I continue to go back to it when I have frustrations in a new relationship. Gary Chapman is an excellent author and speaker. His writing style is so easy to follow and this book does a wonderful job explaining how different people communicate love. Each chapter is clearly defined and stories from couples he has counseled tie it all together. This book is helpful for anyone, no matter what stage of dating or marriage you are in currently. Everyone can learn from it.
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Summary: Saving my marriage!
Review: I can't speak of the emotion that fills my heart when thinking of this book. It is saving my marriage! My husband and I now know how to satisfy each other in the most basic of ways...I haven't felt so loved in my entire life! This book should be a MUST for every married/dating couple in the world! Actually, I think maybe it should be handed out at birth! LOL
I also have "The Five Love Languages of Children", and it is just as worthy and I think this one should be handed out to every parent at the arrival of their new baby.
I have shared both books with many people, married/dating/parents alike, and hope that you choose it too! Oh, and don't worry if your mate doesn't want to read it...s/he will soon change their thinking once they start feeling their "love tank" filling up! And they will want to do the same for you! Guaranteed!
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Summary: A must read for anyone in a relation (that means everyone)
Review: I consider this book one of the must read books for anyone in a relation (that means everyone). I rank this book up with John Gray's Mars & Venus book. The concept is simple: People express their love differently. If you're not expressing your love for your spouse in the way they like, your efforts will not be as effective as they could be. For example, if I buy my wife gifts all the time but to her love is expressed by spending lots of quality time together, then my gifts aren't going to make her happy. By focussing my efforts on what makes her happy (quality time in my example), my effort will be much more effective. Dr. Chapman states that people usually show love in the way they like to receive it. While that's not necessarily the way your spouse likes to receive it. Kind of like when we buy someone a gift we often buy something we like instead of what they like. It's a very simple concept but learning it completely can lead to very powerful results. I especially like how Dr. Chapman gives specific examples from his counseling experiences. To me, specific examples are what really drives a point home. Dr. Chapman does mention principles and teachings from the bible several times, but honestly I don't think that would turn anyone off if they're not a Christian. Finally as someone else pointed out, it is funny how he mentions his own name every change he gets. Funny yes. Annoying just a little. Effect, definitely. You won't forget his name after reading this book! Overall I highly recommend it, especially if both couples in a relationship can read it together.
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Summary: Good stuff
Review: My hubby and I have had a rough patch; as relatively newlyweds, we were really struggling. Most of our arguments revolved around our different expressions of love - I naturally do what makes me happy; what I want my husband to do. He gives to me what he wanted me to give him ... but both of us were left feeling unfulfilled and like the other wasn't listening. After reading this book, we both agree we were expressing different love languages. As we learn to give in the language the other partner can best receive, this has made a lot of difference and improved our marriage satisfaction and intimacy. The book is easy to read and is such a simple concept! I am giving this to all of my newly married friends as well as a copy to my parents. I highly recommend it - practiced faithfully, I believe it can positively impact a relationship!
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Summary: Men and Women CAN understand the Opposite sex! Wow!
Review: This book has changed my life and my perspective on all relationships! I used to wondering why I had certain responses, now I can figure things out! I have used these principles to understand my father, my mother, my finance, other family members and co-workers! What a book! A friend of my fathers recommended this book and my father (in his 60's) is recommending it to everyone. This is definitely in my top 10 list of books that have impacted and CHANGED my life. EVERYONE should read this book! I finally understand why I have the feelings that I have and why my friends and family respond and act the way they do! Wow! I can hardly wait to see all the wonderful blessings this book is going to bestow on everyone. Please read this book. It could save, salvage and improve every close relationship you have.
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Summary: A must read!
Review: For anyone in any sort of relationship (that would be all of us!) this book is a must read! I devoured this book in two days and am looking forward to reading it again and again and again. Love is such an important topic yet so many of us equate it only to romantic involvements. The Five Love Languages will give you a vast understanding of how ALL the people in your life will benefit from knowing their particular love language and that of those around them. I am giving this book to a lot of people for Christmas aqnd it will become a staple in the way of wedding presents! I cannot place enough emphasis on the importance of this topic!
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Summary: Ding ding ding, we have a winner!
Review: Man alive, this book should be required reading in High School. Definatley before one takes that big step into marriage. It all makes sense now. This is why sometimes taking out the trash without bieng asked can show certian people that you do love them... and why holding hands and cuddling might be just as important to others.... Do yourself a favour, read this book with someone you love. Then you will know how to keep their "love" tank filled up and they'll know what you need to fill yours!
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Summary: Every one should read this book
Review: I bought this book and read it and I loved I was so excited the whole time reading it plus it helped me understand myself and my needs so much better. Before I had so much trouble expressing in words the thoughts in my head. This book was so enlightening. Even if you aren't married or involved this book will help you understand yourself and how you got to that way. How refreshing is it to be able to say to your partner (new or old) I am a physical touch kind of person you want to show me love this is how! Also the questions in the back were helpful for my own self awareness. I loved it Thank you so much Dr. Chapman.
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Summary: Deserves It
Review: I rarely give out 5 stars but this one deserves it. An easy read and will certainly change your relationship for the better. If it doesn't, either you are extremely sensitive to your partner or you are an oaf. Also recommend The Romantic's Guide -- another 5 star book that has positively impacted my marriage.
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Summary: The "Miracle" Your Marriage Has Been Hoping For
Review: In his book "The Five Languages of Love" Dr. Chapman makes the reader view their relationship in ways they never thought of before. In fact he even gives examples where partners knew what was wrong but not how to fix it and by realizing what their language was they were able to work their relationships and marriages out. It was a wonderful read full of heartfelt expressions from a counselor to his patients, that came through as more of a friend to friend one-on-one style, or the shoulder you wish you could cry on kind of read. It was full of fresh information that will make you reconsider how you've viewed your relationship no matter how long you've been together. I was very pleased to find it was not another dry, textbook example of statistical facts and hypothesis put out for you to draw your own conclusions about. In fact he shows time and again real cases where this method works even in the worst situations! It is a terrific read that I finished in a few hours and will be sure to pass along to my friends. I can't wait to get started implementing what I've learned.
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