A love language is how one expresses and receives love through actions or words. The term was popularly coined in the book “The 5 Love Languages” by Gary Chapman.

 

But I want to take that list way deeper.

 

Because to me, how we express love also includes some even smaller, but vastly underrated actions, inactions (I’ll explain) and levels of vulnerability and openness that are necessary for building better relationships. 

 

So in this episode, I’m running down my list of “12 Underrated Love Languages That Go A Long Way” and why we need to pay attention to these small, yet massive things:

 

1. Ask genuine questions with curiosity
2. Active listening & slowing down speech
3. “I was thinking of you.”
4. Laughter and playfulness
5. Loyalty 
6. Presence
7. Open, honest communication
8. Choose people who choose you back
9. Protective instincts
10. Warmth, sweetness and sense of ease
11. Take your “armour” off 
12. Create openings

 

 

I’ll explain each in detail - these will completely revolutionize your relationships! 

 

Also, I’d love to hear any love languages you would add to this list. How do YOU show and receive love? DM me or email me (contacts below). 

 

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Episode 292 | Be So F*Cking Loyal To Your Personal Transformation You Become Unshakeable 

 

Episode 266 | Not All Men, But Almost Always With Traver Boehm Of Man Uncivilized 

 

Episode 291 | Confident Detachment & Radical Honesty In Relationships With Dr. Jade Teta 

 

Episode 308 | Active Listening & Awkward Silences: Where Relational Magic Blooms 

 

Episode 264 | The 4 Key Components For Connection That Will Change Your Relationships  

 

Episode 277 | Are You Waiting Around To Be Chosen? (Standards, Boundaries & Expectations)

 

Episode 310 | Lose The Labels That Keep You Small & Expand Into Real Freedom

 

Episode 314 | Being Open To Receiving, Surrendering & Accepting From Others