Dr. Gary Chapman, whose biography is reviewed in this article, is one of the most famous American consultants on establishing stable relationships in families. Based on his many years of practical experience, he has written a number of books that examine in detail the psychology of relationships between spouses.
So, for example, his first work called "The Five Love Languages" brought Chapman worldwide fame. Due to the fact that it was translated into 38 languages, it was released with a record circulation of more than 5 million copies.
Basic data
Even after gaining worldwide popularity, Dr. Gary Chapman does not cease to communicate directly with a wide variety of people who need his professional help and advice. To do this, he regularly holds conferences, at which he not only answers questions from visitors, but also shares his personal life experience, which he has acquired over more than 35 years of pastoral activity, when he repeatedlycouples had to consult on the preservation of the marriage.
Thanks to his books, millions of people have been able to build relationships with their spouses, parents and children. Despite the psychological focus, his books are written in such an easy language that he easily manages to convey to readers simple and practical ways to convey and show love in the family.
Family
Gary Chapman was born in 1938 in the small town of Winston-Salem, located in North Carolina (USA). Despite the fact that there were four children in the family, the parents managed to give all the children a good education.
In 1968, when Gary was 30 years old, he decides to officially seal the relationship with his girlfriend Carolyn. To date, they have been married to her for almost 48 years, during which they managed to raise two adult children and grandchildren, fully adhering to the principles of Christian morality in matters of education.
Education
Compared to most of his peers, Gary Chapman turned out to be an extremely gifted child. Immediately after graduation, he goes to study at several educational institutions, which he easily graduates from, while receiving various degrees:
- Moody Bible Institute.
- Wheaton College.
- Wake Forest University.
Studying at Moody opened up for Chapman the opportunity to start pastoral work, which he did not fail to use in the future. As for the last two institutions, the collegeWheaton, he received a bachelor's degree in anthropology, and at Wake Forest University he was able to upgrade it to a master's degree.
In addition, Chapman managed to complete graduate school at Duke University in Winston-Salem (North Carolina) along the way.
Life's work
After completing his studies, Gary Chapman decides to start working as a pastor and goes to get a job at Calvary Baptist Church, located in his hometown. Due to his outstanding mentality, he did not remain an ordinary pastor for long and in 1977 he was able to get a promotion to the position of chief pastor. He worked in his church for more than 35 years, all this time understanding in detail the problems of his flock regarding family relationships, as well as teaching the Bible to everyone.
In his work with the people, Gary Chapman achieved amazing success in a short time and was recognized both nationally and internationally as not only a qualified Bible teacher, but also an expert in relationship issues.
Associated activities
Today, Chapman manages to successfully combine church activities with work on his own radio program called "Growing Marriage", which addresses the main issues related to problems in relationships between spouses. If you wish, you can listen to it daily on more than a hundred radio stations across America.
He also runs the mental he alth and counseling company Marriage and Family Life Consultants, Inc, whichseeks to improve relationships between spouses who are on the verge of divorce, and conducts individual consultations on how to behave with elderly parents or children so that there is full mutual understanding in the family.
Relationship Expert
Starting in 1979, G. Chapman decides to write a series of books that could open people's eyes to the most common questions regarding family relationships. In total, to date, he has published more than 15 books, each of which touches on certain aspects of the human soul. In addition, all of them, according to critics, have excellent reviews and reviews.
A book called "The Five Love Languages" brought Chapman a truly worldwide fame. For example, in Russia, the popularity of the book grew due to its recitation by a no less famous expert on women's development - Larisa Renard, who also supplemented it with excellent musical accompaniment, which is why the book is perceived in one breath.
Chapman's Theory
Dr. Gary Chapman, whose photo can be seen in this article, devoted most of his life to solving family problems. He made every effort to convey to people his theory that there are five love languages:
- Words of encouragement and support.
- Time.
- Gifts.
- Help with any questions.
- Simple touches.
G. Chapman believes that if the family does not have a completeunderstanding, even people who truly love each other cannot coexist together.
Misunderstandings can arise even if your other half is experiencing certain difficulties, and instead of being there and sympathizing, you just go to cook dinner. Or, for example, your spouse misses you and wants you to spend more time with her, and instead you bring her flowers every day, which she simply does not need. There are many such examples, however, based on Chapman's theory, everyone can learn to understand the "language" of another person and fully express their love to him.
Reviews from readers
Based on the above, it can be concluded that if anyone understands the causes of family problems, it is Dr. Gary Chapman. Most of the feedback from his readers relates to how much better they began to understand their other half after reading Chapman's work. Despite the fact that the books are written in simple language, about things familiar to most people, they fill a person with a lot of positive emotions, which are so lacking in our time. After reading at least one of Chapman's books, consider whether you pay enough attention to your loved ones, and how often do and say exactly what they want to see or hear?
Dr. Chapman's work helps people discover their hidden potential, which they are often afraid of or do not consider it necessary to show openly in everyday lifelife. This was achieved primarily due to the fact that Chapman talks in detail about how and why you should show your feelings, even if it concerns expressing your opinion in a casual friendly conversation.
Never be afraid to talk about your love, even if you think it is obvious, because sometimes a person close to you is in dire need of your support. Only in this way can you easily learn the language of love and live in peace with your loved ones!
