The Five Love LanguagesBy Dr. Dori Gatter, PsyD, LPC / April 13, 2017 I like to receive encouraging or affirming notes I like to be hugged I like to spend one-on-one time with close friends I feel loved when someone gives me practical help I like it when people give me gifts I like leisurely visits with friends and loved ones I feel loved when people do things to help me I feel loved when people give me a reassuring handshake or a hug I feel loved when someone I love or admire puts their arm around me I feel loved when I receive a gift from someone I admire or love I like to go places with friends or loved ones I like to high-five or slap around with friends who are special to me Visual symbols of love, such as gifts, are important to me I feel loved when people affirm me I like to sit close to people I enjoy being around I like it when people tell me I'm attractive/handsome I like to spend time with friends and loved ones I like to receive little gifts from friends and loved ones Words of acceptance are important to me I know someone loves me when he or she helps me I like being together and doing things with friends and loved ones I like it when kind words are spoken to me What someone does affects me far more than what they say Hugs make me feel connected and valued I value praise and try to avoid criticism Several small gifts mean more to me than one large gift I feel close to someone when we are talking or doing something together I feel closer to friends and loved ones when we wrestle, hug or shake hands I like for people to compliment my achievements I know people love me when they do things for me that they don't enjoy doing I like for people to cross the street to shake hands or hug when they see me I like when people listen to me and genuine interest in what I'm saying I feel loved when friends and loves ones help me with jobs or projects I really enjoy receiving gifts from friends and loved ones I like for people to compliment my appearance I feel loved when people take the time to understand my feelings I feel secure when a special person is close to me Acts of service make me feel loved I appreciate the many things that special people do for me I like to receive gifts that special people make for me I really enjoy the feeling I get when someone gives me undivided attention I really enjoy the feeling I get when someone does some act to serve me I feel loved when a person celebrates my birthday with a gift I feel loved when a person celebrates my birthday with meaningful words I know a person is thinking of me when they give me a gift I feel loved when a person helps me with my chores or tasks I appreciate it when someone listens patiently and doesn't interrupt me I appreciate it when someone remembers special days with a gift I like knowing loved ones are concerned enough to help with my daily tasks I enjoy extended trips with someone who is special to me I don't mind the "kiss-hello" with friends I am close to Receiving a gift for no special reason excites me I like being told I am appreciated I like for a person to look at me when they are talking Gifts from a friend or loved one are always special to me I feel good when a friend or loved one hugs or touches me I feel loved when a person enthusiastically does some task I've requested I feel loved when I am told how much I am appreciated I need physical contact with people every day I need words of encouragement and affirmation every day Enter Your Email Address to Get Your Results Time's up
