Ever pondered the reasons why certain relationships just don't seem to last? Perhaps you've been in relationships that appeared terrific at first but gradually lost their spark and intensity as time passed. Have you ever questioned why some relationships can last for years while still having a spark?

Dr. Gary Chapman asserts that improved relationships result from mutual understanding. Long-lasting relationships require conscious commitment over time, but it will be far more difficult or perhaps impossible if we don't understand one another.

1. Words of affirmation:  This love language can be expressed in little ways, such as telling your spouse what you appreciate about them, performing tiny acts of kindness, or offering compliments, but it needn't be limited to words. To make this point clear, you can send a considerate letter, email, or text, or share a memorable moment from your past through a photo, meme, or social media post.
2. Acts of service: This love language can be demonstrated in subtle ways, such as by expressing to your spouse what you value about them, carrying out little deeds of kindness, or giving praises, but it is not required to be communicated only in words. To express this idea clearly, you can write a kind letter, send an email, send a text message, or share a special memory from your past via a picture, a meme, or a social media post.
3. Physical touch: A person who uses physical contact as their preferred form of communication experiences love through physical adoration. They experience feelings of love other than sex, such as when their spouse holds their hand, strokes their arm, or gives them a massage at the end of the day. This person might consider snuggling on the couch with a glass of wine and a good movie to be the ideal date. They merely want to be physically near to their lover.
4. Quality time: This type of person craves undivided attention. They will feel cherished if you are attentive and focused on them when you are together. This entails putting the phone down, shutting down the computer, making eye contact, and paying attention.
5. Gifts: This one is rather simple and is frequently emphasized when significant occasions, holidays, or anniversaries come around. Flowers, jewelry, or any tiny gift of your affection work well. And a gift doesn't always have to be extravagant; it might be as easy as purchasing their favorite snack for your upcoming movie night.