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Summary: Short and somewhat obvious
Review: After reading this book, I'm not sure the author actually accomplished what he set out to do. Yes, there are different forms of communicating, anyone who has been in a long term relationship knows that (or should). But the real difficulty is in learning how to speak (or to listen) in one of the other languages. I'm not sure if this book really addresses the "How to express" aspect of the problem in a very usefull way.
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Summary: The Five Languages of Love
Review: This book opened my eyes to the different types of love. I have been married for 17 years and it changed my marriage. I recommend this book to anyone who feels that their mate is not "filling their love tank". If you are craving for love from your mate, read this book - then get them to read it.
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Summary: Excellent - changes lifes
Review: This book changed my life and everyone around me who got given a copy. And they in turn gave out copies to their friends etc. It is SO powerful. After much frustration - my ex husband and I figured out where we had both been at in regards to each other. Due to many things we chose to be friends instead of partners. But this book really showed us what had been happening. He was physical touch in 1st mode and I am quality time. And as one person didn't get their quota filled, the other would not fill the quota also. It went round and round in circles.My new man is a quality time person like me and this is SO... nice.. I am 'words of affirmation' in 2nd mode and he is 'acts of service'. This is so helpful in getting both our needs met. I have used this with friends too. My best friend and I are opposite modes. She is 'acts of service' in 1st. And I am 'quality time'. Both of these things being our #5 modes for each other. We nearly ended the friendship because of it. Neither thinking the other one cared very much. So, now we both know what to do for each other to feel valued. I can't say enough about this book. It changes every relationship you have ever had or will have. It's brilliant
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Summary: A relationship guide
Review: I can't say enough about the knowledge I gained from this. I am amazed that he was able to pinpoint what someone needs in a relationship. The 5 love languages are RIGHT ON!!! If you are having any doubts about what you need in a relationship, this is a must have. I learned so much about myself... Having read this after getting divorced, I have to say that this is going to make a difference my the future.
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Summary: Eye-Opening
Review: My husband and I read this on recommendation of a counselor, and I can't say enough. Amazing insight into myself and my husband, and how we'd been totally off-base with how we were expressing our love to each other! We were told to get two copies, highlight the passages that rang true for ourselves, then swap books. I am going to buy copies for my family members, friends, and almost everyone I know.
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Summary: Mandatory reading for husbands and wifes
Review: You cannot just say "This is a great book" or "this is a useful book". It is more! It should be made mandatory reading for all husbands and wifes, whether you have been married 10 days or 10 years! It does not matter if your marraige is already perfect in every detail, or if your marraige is almost on the rocks. This book helps you to understand your partner better, and gives you ways to recognise the needs of your partner, without him or her having to write them down in large block letters on a sheet of paper. I read it cover to cover non-stop, it was so interesting. I also recognised through reading this book what mistakes I was making in my relationship (and what mistakes my partner was making too!). As soon as I was finished, I passed it on to my wife, with the simple comment that she might find it interesting reading... she did! The next step is to put the ideas in the book into practice!
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Summary: Now he tells me...
Review: If you have ever wondered why the words came out but the message was not heard, read this book. If you have ever wondered why you thought the conversation was a safe topic only to have it become a heated discussion, read this book. If you want to find a way to hear as well as you think you speak, read this book. Great for couples but don't rule out the benefits of how communication can improve at work. The book describes quite clearly how people need to hear words of affirmation, clarity of thought, and supporting information. Get the the book. Better yet, send it to a friend...and get this book.
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Summary: Simple idea, Incredible outcomes
Review: When my husband read The Five Love Languages and then pronounced that it would change our marriage for the better, I was, at best, skeptical. I do acts of service. He, in his own words, is a stubborn Norweigian who can do it himself, thank you very much. So not only did I never receive any affirmation for my acts of service, he never did acts of service. See where this is headed? He is a quality time guy. He'd make a date, set the time, and by the time the date came, I'd be stewing and think, "I don't want to spend time with HIM!" Then I'd be late, claim other priorities, etc. What a circle of continued frustration for both of us!! When we both began to consciously speak each other's love language(s), our love for each other started to grow again; it had become non-existant. We went over the book with our girls and it changed the way we all give gifts, listen to each other and show our love for each other. We talk about friends, family members, co-workers, and neighbors love languages before venturing to show appreciation or love for them in the form of a gift, whether that be of time, words of affirmation, etc. Thank you, Gary Chapman!! You were God sent!
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Summary: Applies to all relationships!
Review: This book is aimed at couples, but the principles apply to all relationships. Reading this book has improved my understanding of my mother's need for Gifts, my friend's need for Quality Time, my husband's need for Acts of Service, my sister's need for Words of Encouragement and my own need for Touch. I also applied the principles as leader of a small group Bible Study. With 10 women involved, we represent all 5 Love Langugaes twice over. Where we were having conflicts before, I was able to identify love-expression needs of the individuals in the group, and guide us all toward helping every person internally feel loved, comfortable and welcome every time we meet. What a difference! You can even apply these principles in the workplace - understanding my boss' secretary's Love Language has certainly improved my job performance... Buy it, read it, use it well, pass it on.
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Summary: Essential Reading
Review: Unless you are not in, and never expect to have, a relationship, this book ought to be on your essential reading list. I believe that it should be a basic requirement on all pre-marriage courses. Even if you have the happiest marriage imaginable, please read this work. It will only add to your mutual joy!
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