Friends Alexander Barrera and Nicolas Zaragoza expressing their love for each other.

A significant number of Morton East students love spending quality time with their partners.

According to ChatGPT, the top love language amongst most couples is quality time and physical touch. Many often prefer these love languages because people want attention, to be heard, and choose each other over any distractions. Additionally, touch like holding hands and hugs can make another feel safe, comfortable, and make bonds stronger with one another. In a random survey of 79 Morton East students, 30 students (38%) said their preferred love language was Quality Time, with physical touch being the runner-up with 18 votes (23%).

“I prefer words of affirmation because a girl can show you how much she loves you. Personally, I think physical touch is not all that, but hearing someone say how much they care about you and how much they love you shows that they mean it. It makes me feel comfortable and secure. However, understanding different love languages can help avoid arguments and help understand which way your partner prefers to be loved,” said senior Alec Dominguez.

Another student has a similar opinion.

“My love language is words of affection because it is the best way to communicate with each other about everything that is going on. Being told that you are loved directly really shows that they mean it and care about you,” said senior Emanuel Leanos.

One Morton East teacher thinks differently.

“Personally, I like quality time because a lot of people have full, busy schedules, so if someone makes time for you it shows that they really like you,” said teacher Ms. Ortiz.

Another student prefers physical touch.

“I prefer physical touch because I cannot show my love with words, so I would rather show it with my actions, and physical touch shows that you feel safe and comfortable around someone,” said senior Diego Neves.

Another senior agrees and adds on that physical touch may not be what everyone perceives it as.

“Physical touch is my favorite love language. Even though I did not like it at first, I later understood that physical touch means the little gestures like hugs and holding hands, not the lustful activities other people think of,” said senior Joshua Marin.