Introducing the Neurodivergent Love Languages 💖

Love is something we all express - but we don’t all express it in the same way.

In everyday life, a “love language” is simply the way we show care and the ways we feel cared for. It’s how we say “you matter to me” without always needing the words.

The traditional “five love languages” model has helped many people understand relationships. But it doesn’t reflect everyone’s experiences.

For many neurodivergent people, those five categories don’t capture the full richness or nuance of how connection really shows up. And that’s okay - because there are many meaningful ways to give and receive love.

Many neurodivergent people express affection in ways that feel natural, sensory‑safe and genuine to them.

These ways might look different from what others expect, but they’re still thoughtful, intentional and deeply valid. When we celebrate these differences, we make more space for everyone to feel understood and appreciated.

Over the next two weeks, we’ll be introducing a series on Neurodivergent Love Languages - gentle, inclusive ways of understanding connection beyond the traditional model.

Here’s a little preview of what we’ll explore:

Sensory‑safe affection 🫂

Affection that honours comfort and consent - like soft hugs, shared blankets, resting their head or choosing closeness that feels safe rather than overwhelming.

Safe communication 📢

Connecting through honesty, clarity and predictability. This might include direct language, shared scripts or checking in before having big conversations.

Info‑dumping 📚

Sharing passions, deep interests or favourite topics as a way of offering joy and inviting someone into your world.

Parallel play🎮

Spending time together side‑by‑side, doing your own thing, while enjoying the calm presence of someone you trust.

Support swapping 🔄

Helping each other with day‑to‑day tasks or routines. A practical, grounded way of saying “I care about your wellbeing.”

Pebbling 🪨

Small gestures that show you’re thinking about someone - sending a meme, sharing a song, bringing them something that reminded you of them.

This series is all about connection.

You don’t need to identify with any particular label to recognise yourself in these love languages.

They’re simply human ways of bonding - especially for those who experience the world a little differently.

We hope you’ll join us as we explore each one in more depth, and celebrate the many ways love can look, feel and sound.