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Kind Words of
Affirmation.
If we are to express love
by words of affirmation, those words
must be kind words. Kindness has to
do with the manner in which we
speak. Sometimes our words are saying
one thing, but our tone of voice
is saying another. Our spouse will
usually interpret our message based on
our tone of voice, not the words we
use.
"I would be delighted to
wash the dishes tonight," said in
a snarling tone will not be received
as an expression of love. On the
other hand, we can share hurt, pain,
and even anger in a kind voice. "I
felt disappointed and hurt that you
didn't offer to help me this evening,"
said in an honest, kind manner can
be an expression of love.
This wife is taking steps
to build intimacy by sharing her
feelings. The same words expressed with
a loud, harsh voice will not be an
expression of love, but an expression
of condemnation and judgment. An ancient sage
once said, "a soft answer turns
away anger.
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