Physical Touch: For Elise, nothing says I want you or I love you or You're important to me like physical proof. A kiss. A hug. Snuggling. If you consider the fact that most of her "romantic" relationships have been more physical than emotional, this may not seem like her brand of "love" language, but given her insecurities, she finds touch to be far more trustworthy than words. Give her something she can feel. And if you're someone she wants to touch, to be close to, even if it's just sitting shoulder-to-shoulder while watching a movie, you're definitely someone she cares about. (Score: 9)
Quality Time: Hanging out is fine and great, but quality time spent with the people she cares about is super important to Elise. If you say you're going to be there, be there. Show up. If you engage her in conversation, listen to what she has to say. Giving her your full, undivided attention is a sure way to let her know that she's important to you - and she'll offer you the same in return. (Score: 8)
Acts of Service: While acts of service are not something Elise expects, they are another great way to prove one's interest. Elise doesn't try to draw attention to her day-to-day struggles (e.g. the complications of being a vampire, the weight of her insecurities and the things she feels she's lost, etc.), so when someone notices and does something thoughtful to alleviate some stress or pressure on her, it's kind of remarkable. It doesn't just let her know you're thinking about her, it lets her know you really see her and are concerned about her. (Score: 6)
Words of Affirmation: Elise wouldn't exactly say that talk is cheap, but the follow-through (aka: acts of services or physical touch or quality time) is far more important to her. Of course, she likes flattery. She especially likes it when it's true. It's just far more easy to believe when it's followed by something a bit more tangible than words. (Score: 4)
Receiving Gifts: Gifts are strange when it comes to Elise. It's not that she doesn't like gifts. Every time Jake brings her back something from one of his trips, she gets super excited. She does love to know that people think of her, or want to brighten her day with a little something. But when it comes to gifts that could be construed as romantic, she's a bit at a loss. She's got very little experience there, and doesn't always know how to react. That doesn't mean she doesn't appreciate them, but they are a source of (sometimes major) confusion. (Score: 3)