Hina Khan appreciates beau Rocky Jaiswal’s support in her cancer journey on Celebrity MasterChef India: ‘Doesn’t even cry in front of me’

“He is the one who soothes those scars. He looks at them more closely than I do. He asks me, ‘How is it today? Is it any better?’ It’s hard for me to look at myself, but he does—instantly. He goes to the bathroom, cries, and comes back. He doesn’t even cry in front of me. He has started loving me even more than he did before,” Khan shared, adding, “May each and every girl in this universe get a partner like him.”

Jaiswal lauded Khan’s strength, saying, “I don’t think I have met a braver soul than her.”

Taking a cue from the exchange, let’s understand how crucial it is for people to get a partner’s support during illness.

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Being diagnosed with a serious condition can be emotionally overwhelming not only for the patient but also for their loved ones, especially immediate caregivers. “The fear of their well-being and the desire to support them while managing your own emotions can be overwhelming,” said Dr Santosh Bangar, senior consultant psychiatrist, Gleneagles Hospitals Parel, Mumbai.

 

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According to him, empathy and honest communication are crucial at this juncture.

“Let your partner know they don’t have to shield you from the reality of their condition—you are in this together. Open conversations, even about difficult topics, can help reduce stress and anxiety,” Dr Bangar said.

 

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Dr Bangar also emphasised the importance of self-care for caregivers. “While taking care of a loved one with an illness, partners must also prioritise their own physical and mental health through rest, exercise, and self-care,” he said.