Governor Sanford of S.C.
My co-author, Gary Chapman was quoted in this S.C. newspaper article. Good point!
My co-author, Gary Chapman was quoted in this S.C. newspaper article. Good point!
In response to my last post, Kirsten commented: “Thank you for sharing this powerful testimony. It is an exceptional thing…. read more
Below, you’ll find the draft of a stunning public apology that was delivered to the church of which I’m a… read more
This e-mail was sent to our congregation in preparation for our Reconciliation Service with our former pastor: If you weren’t… read more
In a recent issue of Time Magazine (3/18/2009), columnist Nancy Gibbs wrote a comprehensive piece entitled”The Lost Art of Saying… read more
After three years of surveys, we have concluded that there are five basic elements to an apology. We have titled them the five languages of apology. Each person has a primary apology language, and one of the five speaks more deeply to them emotionally than the other four. The danger is that if you don’t speak their language, they may consider your apology to be insincere.
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What is your love language? We all have a language of love and getting it right may determine the success of your relationship. Gary Chapman, best-selling author of greater than two dozen books, indicates that at the heart of all relationships and marriages is the same core need – all people want to feel loved. Providing love in a way our partner can receive it is one key to a happy marriage. Outside of love relationships, providing appreciation in a way employees can receive it is essential for keeping them on board. [linkback]