An Irish love language expert, Sheila McMahon, explains the concept of different love languages and how understanding them can improve relationships. She emphasizes the importance of communication and recognizing that people express and receive love in various ways.
An Irish love language expert has revealed how everyone has their own unique way of expressing and receiving love. Qualified registered counsellor Sheila McMahon, from Newmarket-on-Fergus, near Ennis in Co Clare, emphasizes the importance of understanding different love language preferences, such as 'acts of service,' and how generational shifts can influence how love is perceived and communicated.
She encourages people to reflect on how love is expressed within their various relationships, from romantic partnerships to family and friendships, especially as Valentine's Day approaches. McMahon highlights that sometimes individuals may feel unloved in their relationships because their partner doesn't express affection in the way they expect or desire. She points out that people often show and receive love differently, and emphasizes the need for open communication. She cites Dr. Gary Chapman's theory of the five main love languages: acts of service, words of affirmation, quality time, gifts, and physical touch. Chapman's theory posits that relationship problems can arise when couples don't communicate love in the same language.McMahon shares insights from her counselling practice, observing that some parents may not verbally express their love, which can be challenging for children who haven't experienced it in that way. She attributes this to generational behaviour, where expressing affection verbally wasn't common practice in previous generations. McMahon encourages couples to take a love languages test, which can be found online for free, to understand their own and their partner's love languages. This can help avoid miscommunication and foster a deeper connection. She also emphasizes the importance of gaining clarity in relationships, avoiding assumptions about what the other person wants or needs. While Dr. Chapman's theory has gained popularity, some studies have questioned its validity. Dr. Martin Graff, a UK university psychology lecturer specializing in romantic relationships, acknowledges that the theory seems intuitively plausible but lacks strong scientific support. However, he stresses the importance of shared core values, such as ethical views, political beliefs, and parenting styles, for relationship compatibility. Ultimately, understanding how to express and receive love in a way that resonates with your partner is crucial for building strong and fulfilling relationships
LOVE LANGUAGES RELATIONSHIPS COMMUNICATION GENERATIONAL DIFFERENCES VALENTINES DAY
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