Monthly Archives: February 2017

How Can You Make Love a Verb

2022-09-19T20:02:07+00:00

Valentine’s day and the month of February are usually thought of as a time to celebrate romantic love. But are we teaching our young people that love isn’t just a feeling – it’s an action that we can demonstrate in both small and big ways daily? As part of a month-long celebration of love we want to give some suggestions on how to show love to those around you and turn love into a verb at your house. Compliment someone you care about Ask them to let you listen to their favorite song and find out why they love it Cook their favorite meal (together!) Set aside time each month to go on a one-on-one “date” Express gratitude for them Write a note and leave it someplace they will find it later “Heart attack” their [...]

How Can You Make Love a Verb2022-09-19T20:02:07+00:00

What Love Language Does Your Child Speak?

2022-09-19T20:03:59+00:00

February is known to be the month where we celebrate love. But Valentine’s day doesn’t just have to center on romantic love. Instead, we can focus on all the ways we can make the people we care about feel loved. Dr. Gary Chapman is known for his book The 5 Love Languages where people can learn how to show affection so that it is received. His article below, also found here, talks about each of the languages and helps parents figure out which language their teen speaks. The 5 Love Languages On a 0-to-10 scale, how much do your parents love you?" That was the question posed to 13-year-old Mark. Without batting an eye, he answered, "Ten." When asked how he knew they loved him that much, he said, "By the way they treat me. Dad [...]

What Love Language Does Your Child Speak?2022-09-19T20:03:59+00:00
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