The Five Love Languages theory was developed by Gary Chapman, and claims that every individual has a primary way in which they feel most loved and valued by their partner. These five languages are: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Physical Touch, Acts of Service, and Receiving Gifts. Understanding one's love language and that of their partner, enables couples to communicate and express love in a way that is most meaningful and effective to the other. This can lead to a deeper connection and a stronger relationship.
Quality Time Love Language refers to the need to spend one-on-one, undivided attention with their partner. People who have this love language value making memories and engaging in activities together. They appreciate when their partner puts in effort to plan activities and spend quality time with them. People who value Quality Time, may not respond well when their partner is always busy, or if their partner is often distracted (like on their phone) when spending time with them.
10 Creative ways to connect with your partner using the Quality Time Love Language:
- Take a weekend trip together
- Cook a meal together
- Have a game night
- Take a dance class together
- Go for a hike or a walk together
- Plan a date night together
- Have a picnic
- Attend a concert or a show together
- Try a new activity together
- Create a vision board together and share your hopes and dreams, our Time Capsule date night is a great kit and ready to go
By engaging in activities that are meaningful and enjoyable to both partners and spending quality time together it can deepen the connection and strengthens the relationship. Making an effort to make time for each other, and to be present, engaged and attentive during that time, can be very powerful in communicating love to someone who highly values Quality Time.
Finding out your Love Language is easy. There are 30 simple questions in the online quiz, and you can take is here. If you download our "Love Language Booklet" for some fun Love Language date night ideas. You can read about the Love Languages, guess each other's, then jump over and take the quiz. We give you some great ideas to explore, and create experiences around each of your Love Languages.
