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hidingincorners's review against another edition
Useful. Insightful. But cis-heteronormative and decidedly Christian. However, I'll definitely be using these insights in all my relationships, especially with my family.
ahammond111's review against another edition
4.0
very helpful to navigate all of my relationships. can be a little repetitive at times. also feel like physical touch was not talked about as much as the other languages.
sprucetree520's review against another edition
3.0
This book has a lot of good information in it, and I love the insight, however I did not agree with some of the authots view points. Pretty sure he was a minister so he used god as a reference point, stated "statistics" that showed that people were happy in monagamous married relationships, and things of that nature. He inserted his narritave into the book instead of just relaying the information but again it was a lot of good information which is why I gave it a 3
acesy_vale's review against another edition
3.0
Worth the hype for the information but not great writing. And it was too Christian for my tastes but I can still apply the concepts to my own life.
nyker0408's review against another edition
5.0
The Five Love Languages Singles Edition by Gary Chapman
One of my goals is to be a better family member/ friend so I decided to brush up on the five love languages. I first learned of the five love languages in 2014 and to the best of my ability utilized them in many relationships.
During my morning commute, I listened to portions of this book and took the action steps. I was amazed at how the quality of my relationships changed in a very short period of time!
My takeaways:
1. Value your relationships! Everyone in your life needs to receive love from you. Once people feel loved they will work hard to make sure you feel the same. Reciprocity !
2. It’s ok to be vulnerable! In one relationship I had to humble myself, apologize and share my heart to get back on track. It wasn’t easy to do, (we all have pride) but the results were worth it.
3. Friendships are training ground for marriage.
#read52booksin52weeks
One of my goals is to be a better family member/ friend so I decided to brush up on the five love languages. I first learned of the five love languages in 2014 and to the best of my ability utilized them in many relationships.
During my morning commute, I listened to portions of this book and took the action steps. I was amazed at how the quality of my relationships changed in a very short period of time!
My takeaways:
1. Value your relationships! Everyone in your life needs to receive love from you. Once people feel loved they will work hard to make sure you feel the same. Reciprocity !
2. It’s ok to be vulnerable! In one relationship I had to humble myself, apologize and share my heart to get back on track. It wasn’t easy to do, (we all have pride) but the results were worth it.
3. Friendships are training ground for marriage.
#read52booksin52weeks
adelavmb's review against another edition
4.0
Acel moment când ești atât de entuziasmat că apare la chioșc cartea asta de care ai auzit atâtea, dar după ce o cumperi, îți dai seama că e o ediție pentru cei singuri și tu ești într-o relație serioasă. Cu speranța că Universul nu îmi arată un semn rău prevestitor și că voi avea de învățat ceva chiar și din această abordare a cărții, here I go reading it. ^^
sailornapqueen's review against another edition
5.0
When I was finished with this book, I felt as if everyone I know should read it or another version of it (not necessarily the "Singles" version.)
This book not only will undoubtedly help me understand future relationships, but it had me stop and examine the love languages of every member of my family, close friend.. I even went through and examined the love languages of colleagues. A total "a ha" moment was when I looked at the love languages of my parents. Prior behavior which I, at times, felt were smothering or controlling, weren't that at all - they were truly my parents acting out in their own love languages. Similarly, I saw how my own personal need for words of affirmation, and ways that I felt discouraged in the past, were because of others not speaking in my love language.
I thought back to failed relationships and saw how I may not have been speaking that person's love language - but ultimately, how they were not speaking mine. It helped me to realize that people may not always be intentionally hurting me with their words; they are simply just not speaking my love language or understanding how they make me feel.
If nothing else, this was a fantastic book on the human psychological condition and deepening your ability to relate to other people and understand both them and ourselves. Add in the fact that it's a Christian book based on Godly principles, and I think that the Christian reader pulls even more out of it than the non-Christian. Either way, I truly feel that anyone (Christian or non-Christian) looking to have a deeper understanding of their interpersonal relationships should definitely take the time to read this book and take the concepts to heart. It can definitely be relationship changing.
This book not only will undoubtedly help me understand future relationships, but it had me stop and examine the love languages of every member of my family, close friend.. I even went through and examined the love languages of colleagues. A total "a ha" moment was when I looked at the love languages of my parents. Prior behavior which I, at times, felt were smothering or controlling, weren't that at all - they were truly my parents acting out in their own love languages. Similarly, I saw how my own personal need for words of affirmation, and ways that I felt discouraged in the past, were because of others not speaking in my love language.
I thought back to failed relationships and saw how I may not have been speaking that person's love language - but ultimately, how they were not speaking mine. It helped me to realize that people may not always be intentionally hurting me with their words; they are simply just not speaking my love language or understanding how they make me feel.
If nothing else, this was a fantastic book on the human psychological condition and deepening your ability to relate to other people and understand both them and ourselves. Add in the fact that it's a Christian book based on Godly principles, and I think that the Christian reader pulls even more out of it than the non-Christian. Either way, I truly feel that anyone (Christian or non-Christian) looking to have a deeper understanding of their interpersonal relationships should definitely take the time to read this book and take the concepts to heart. It can definitely be relationship changing.
kayceslitlife's review against another edition
4.0
Recently out of a seven year relationship, I chose to pick up this book I’ve heard so much about to re-evaluate how I show love to others and to question my own love language. I didn’t know what to expect when I started The Five Love Languages, I just felt at this particular time in my life it would be a good read. There is much truth in the value of a book based on the seasons in one’s life.
As stated above there are five love languages and these are not only how we prefer to be loved but also how we tend to show love to others. Everyone has a love language and some have more than one. All five are important, however, in different relationships, we just tend to feel love more from one over another. Giving love solicits receiving love and this book will open your eyes to how you can do that.
I won’t get personal on here but I will say that this book opened my eyes to a lot and I feel it was valuable time that I spent with Dr. Chapman and this book. For those with strained relationships among family, friends, coworkers, or roommates (for example) The Five Love Languages may help you realize how you can better relate to those people to improve the relationship. Dr. Chapman uses many examples and stories to guide you and better explain what he means. You may be surprised to see how people will respond differently than you expect or anticipate if they feel loved and valued.
Isn’t the deepest desire for any human to feel loved and to love others? So shouldn’t we all strive to be better at how we show our love to all of the special people in our lives? It’s a shame when you have to learn the hard way, but if you’re lucky enough you won’t take people for granted. Rather, you’ll speak their love language, connect on a deeper level and develop a strong and special bond.
If you are one of the few people who still has not read The Five Love Languages I encourage you to do so. If you are married, pick up a copy and read with your spouse. If you don’t know what your love language is, this edition has a self assessment in the back so you can identify what yours is.
Eye opening and significant, The Five Love Languages will change how you view the relationships in your life. After all, what the world needs now is love, sweet love.
4.5/5 stars
http://bookwormz2010.wordpress.com/2011/05/30/book-f-fabookulous/
As stated above there are five love languages and these are not only how we prefer to be loved but also how we tend to show love to others. Everyone has a love language and some have more than one. All five are important, however, in different relationships, we just tend to feel love more from one over another. Giving love solicits receiving love and this book will open your eyes to how you can do that.
I won’t get personal on here but I will say that this book opened my eyes to a lot and I feel it was valuable time that I spent with Dr. Chapman and this book. For those with strained relationships among family, friends, coworkers, or roommates (for example) The Five Love Languages may help you realize how you can better relate to those people to improve the relationship. Dr. Chapman uses many examples and stories to guide you and better explain what he means. You may be surprised to see how people will respond differently than you expect or anticipate if they feel loved and valued.
Isn’t the deepest desire for any human to feel loved and to love others? So shouldn’t we all strive to be better at how we show our love to all of the special people in our lives? It’s a shame when you have to learn the hard way, but if you’re lucky enough you won’t take people for granted. Rather, you’ll speak their love language, connect on a deeper level and develop a strong and special bond.
If you are one of the few people who still has not read The Five Love Languages I encourage you to do so. If you are married, pick up a copy and read with your spouse. If you don’t know what your love language is, this edition has a self assessment in the back so you can identify what yours is.
Eye opening and significant, The Five Love Languages will change how you view the relationships in your life. After all, what the world needs now is love, sweet love.
4.5/5 stars
http://bookwormz2010.wordpress.com/2011/05/30/book-f-fabookulous/
w0nd3rl4nd's review against another edition
4.0
While this book is written by a Christian, for Christians, and I am far from being a religious person, I still enjoyed this book! It's helped me understand myself and how I love and want to be loved, as well as understand and relate better in my relationships with friends, family, and other interpersonal relationships.
I did disagree with some of the points he made, specifically regarding sexual relationships, as well as a romantic relationship only being appropriate between a man and woman. However, if one takes what he says about these two points, everything else in this book does make sense and can be applicable in any relationship in one's life.
I really did enjoy this book, and plan on re-reading it again in a few months!
I did disagree with some of the points he made, specifically regarding sexual relationships, as well as a romantic relationship only being appropriate between a man and woman. However, if one takes what he says about these two points, everything else in this book does make sense and can be applicable in any relationship in one's life.
I really did enjoy this book, and plan on re-reading it again in a few months!