LoveIsRespect

Chapman argues that speaking the primary love language of your partner can help increase relationship satisfaction, foster an environment in which it is easier to resolve conflict, and help couples bring out the best in one another. Also, knowing more about the five love languages can help you to notice the ways that your partner is showing their love for you, even if they are not speaking your primary love language. For example, if you feel upset when your partner does not text you goodnight, that could be a sign your primary love language is words of affirmation; or, if you struggle in long distance relationships, that might indicate your primary love language is quality time or physical touch, and the distance part of the relationship is resulting in your relationship wants and needs not being met. The idea of love languages is one possible way to address conflicts or emotional distance in a relationship, but like any communication tool, it only works in a healthy relationship.

Survivors often experience anger due to the abusive things they’ve been put through, and self-care can be helpful for anyone- survivor or not- whose anger is getting the best of them. If you’re concerned that you’ve let your angry feelings lead you to choose abusive behaviors, check out this other post first

Here at loveisrespect, we often hear from people who are worried about a loved one’s relationship and want to help. It can be painful and frustrating to see someone you care about being mistreated

If you’ve spent some time on our site or spoken with one of our advocates, you’ve probably heard the words “boundaries” and “expectations” thrown around a lot. Understanding these concepts and being able to talk to your partner about them is important for any relationship to be healthy