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3.85 AVERAGE
3.85 AVERAGE
Felt like pretty much the same thing as the original 5 Love Languages book. I think it could have just been a chapter in the original book, it didn’t need to be dragged out into a whole book of its own.
An extremely helpful book and it came to me at the best time in my life. This is a book I will definitely purchase my own copy of so I can have it on hand moving forward.
It was fine. There were some good reminders in here and some good examples to utilize for each language. I skipped the single parent sections. The scenarios were sometimes quite overboard regarding upbringing in my opinion. Also the use of religion wasn't really necessary but just skimmed over that.
There were some very interesting things in this book, however like many of these types of books it got repetitive at times. It also seemed like the authors had some subtle discouragements of working moms while also seeming to be supportive of single parents, so that was weird. Maybe a reflection of edits over time.
I read this book before I joined Goodreads so this review is on what I remember.
I LOVE this book. It is the first Love Languages book I have read and I recommend it to everyone. Chapman has taken his Love languages concept and with the help of a child pyschologist written a book that takes into account the changing needs of children as well as issues of discipline. I have found this to be extrememly helpful in disciplining my son.
He also has a book aimed specifically at teens which I would assume is excellent as well if your children are older.
I LOVE this book. It is the first Love Languages book I have read and I recommend it to everyone. Chapman has taken his Love languages concept and with the help of a child pyschologist written a book that takes into account the changing needs of children as well as issues of discipline. I have found this to be extrememly helpful in disciplining my son.
He also has a book aimed specifically at teens which I would assume is excellent as well if your children are older.
informative
medium-paced
too mich religion brought into the topic. More information about older children could be helpful, but overall the information presented is useful and can be applied to several aspects of life.
Henry is physical touch. I’m Acts of Service. I think Andy is gifts.
The concept is that the five love languages (also quality time and words of affirmation) works with kids too, and that people need what they need- even if you’re not a hugger, but your kid needs hugs- that’s how they see and receive your love. That’s how they instinctively give it to you. There was a bit of religion stuff in here that I could do without but I did like some of the examples! It was a short book and made me step back and look at the people around me.
The concept is that the five love languages (also quality time and words of affirmation) works with kids too, and that people need what they need- even if you’re not a hugger, but your kid needs hugs- that’s how they see and receive your love. That’s how they instinctively give it to you. There was a bit of religion stuff in here that I could do without but I did like some of the examples! It was a short book and made me step back and look at the people around me.
I wanted to round out my reading of the Five Love Languages for partners, teens, and kids, so I finished this book. I agree with each of the language types and how each person has their main one. This book is no different, but explains how the five love languages relate to children. As they grow up, children need all 5 love languages until their main one makes itself known. I hope to keep this in mind for my future children!
What do you get when you cross Gary Chapman's 5 Love Languages with Ross Campbell's How to Really Love Your Child?
This book.
Highly recommend, and I'd recommend everything Campbell has written on parenting. He was a strong alternate voice to the "James Dobson" approach in the 80s 90s and 2000s, but for whatever reason wasn't really known in my circles. I'm glad I'm finding him now.
This book.
Highly recommend, and I'd recommend everything Campbell has written on parenting. He was a strong alternate voice to the "James Dobson" approach in the 80s 90s and 2000s, but for whatever reason wasn't really known in my circles. I'm glad I'm finding him now.