Today's episode of "The Grit Show" takes a poignant turn as Shawna Rodrigues shares her personal journey of understanding **love languages** and their impact on personal and professional relationships. Shawna touches on each of the love languages—quality time, acts of service, words of affirmation, receiving gifts, and physical touch—and how deeper understanding, including letting go of misconceptions, can allows for deeper connections with family, friends, and colleagues. Sharing personal stories, she emphasizes thoughtful actions being the primary motivator behind each of the languages and even touches on their significance in work settings. It's valuable to understand that each of us can feel loved and appreciated in different ways and the value in unlocking what others need to feel appreciated and loved. Tune in to to the 2 year anniversary episode of The Grit Show and get inspired to learn how small, thoughtful gestures can make a big difference. This episode promises practical insights to enhance your emotional connections. Don't miss out on this heartfelt conversation that encourages self-reflection and growth.

As promised, the Love Languages Test may be helpful in unlocking your Love Language and the primary languages of those near and dear to you:

https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language

Other resources referenced in this conversation:

Podcast episode -

Love Languages & Alignment in Relationships w/Bethany Ann -13

Books (Using these links might result in supporting this podcast by way of an affiliate payout- we'll be grateful if it works out that way, but don't feel obligated. We'd recommend these resources regardless.)-

The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace: Empowering Organizations by Encouraging People Amazon (Audiobook, Kindle, or Paperback) https://amzn.to/3Spp9VL or Bookshop.org - https://bookshop.org/a/90599/9780802418401

The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts

Bookshop.org - https://bookshop.org/a/90599/9781594153518 or Amazon (Audiobook, Kindle, or Paperback) - https://amzn.to/4bZwOBm

When Shawna Rodrigues discovered that women hosted only 27% of podcasts, she knew something had to change. After leaving her award-winning public sector career in 2019 and launching The Grit Show, she founded the Authentic Connections Podcast Network with one bold mission: 37 by 27—raising that percentage to 37% by 2027. Because really, shouldn't it be closer to 50%?

Now she helps purpose-driven solopreneurs find their ideal clients through podcasting, starting with her proven first step: guesting on podcasts - check out her tip sheet.

Currently facing her biggest plot twist yet—a breast cancer diagnosis in early 2025—this year is about her fight, victory, and healing. Join her warrior community Being Honest and check out the podcast episode where she shares more.

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