Let’s talk about the L-word: Love

Let’s talk about the L-word: Love

There are so many types of love ranging from romantic, to platonic, to altruistic and self-love, and all play important roles in our lives.

Feel free write about whichever love ‘type’s  feels most relevant to you and the relationship you either have had or currently have in your life.

  • Define it.  Love shows up differently for everyone, and therefore what one feels as love may be different for another. How do you define love? How do you know you love someone and how does being loved make you feel?
  • The Love Languages.  Often when people talk about giving and receiving love (typically with their partners), they will refer to the framework developed by Gary Chapman in his 1992 book The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts. Reflecting on that, what is your love language (or combination of languages) → words of affirmation, acts of service, giving gifts, quality time, physical touch? If you have a partner, discuss your love languages with each other so that you can show up and for each other and receive their love in the most meaningful way.
  • Self-Love is not Selfish.  Treating yourself with the same kindness, care and compassion that you show your loved ones is so important to feeling fulfilled and being resilient when times are tough. How do you treat and speak to yourself in comparison to others? How is it similar or different?
  • Love at First Sight.  The discussion on whether or not someone can love instantly has been hotly debated, along with love vs. lust, and loving vs. being in love. Have you ever considered your position on these nuances and where you stand and why?
  • Share the Love.  Sometimes a simple act of kindness is all it can take to change the trajectory of someone’s day, or even their life. Is there someone in your life (relative/partner/friend) that you want to express more of your love with?  Why and how do you plan to?
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