"Third, one who is "in love" is not genuinely interested in fostering the personal growth of the other person. "If we have any purpose in mind when w… - Gary Chapman

"Third, one who is "in love" is not genuinely interested in fostering the personal growth of the other person. "If we have any purpose in mind when we fall in love it is to terminate our own loneliness and perhaps ensure this result through marriage.

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Gary Demonte Chapman (born January 10, 1938) is an American author, radio talk show host, and Baptist minister. Chapman is most noted for his The Five Love Languages series regarding human relationships.

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Native Name: Gary Demonte Chapman
Alternative Names: Gary D. Chapman
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