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For Valentine’s Day, many couples plan romantic gestures for their partners. But not actors Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa. Why? Because they swear by being there for each other and making sweet, little gestures every day. The couple, in a recent media interaction, also spoke about the division of household responsibilities.
On her bond with Rajkummar, Patralekhaa shared, “We agreed from the start that there would be no hierarchy in our relationship. Everything would be shared – big or small”.
“He’s so impeccably organised; he even knows where the smallest things are kept! I love cooking, and Rajkummar always has my back by taking care of the dishes. These small acts of partnership bring us closer and reflect the equality we believe in,” the Wild Wild Punjab actor added.
The Stree 2 actor chipped in, “In our relationship, we believe that equality starts with simple actions. I love doing the dishes when Patralekhaa has done the cooking or handling chores when she’s away – it’s about making life easier for each other. For us, it’s not about keeping score but being there for one another”.
The lovebirds got married in 2021 after 11 years of dating each other.
Taking a cue from their adorable revelation, let’s decode all about equality in relationships.
A partnership like marriage leads to a sense of responsibility towards each other. “This helps in improving the overall quality of life. Adapting to this change with mindfulness can lead to emotional stability. To be calmer, it is necessary to build a supportive environment along with the partner. When couples plan meals together and eat and cook together, they can spend more time with each other while not letting everyday household chores seem bothersome,” said Dr Sonal Anand, psychiatrist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road.
Emotional support also reduces stress, anxiety, and nervousness; the couple can live mindfully. “Proper communication is necessary to avoid misunderstandings or any emotional tension. Not just chores, couples can engage in activities like exercise, meditation, or simply spending quality time together to feel relaxed and stress-free. This will help to overcome anxiety and stress in a relationship and bring the couple closer to each other,” said Dr Anand.
Prioritising self-care and setting boundaries is essential for emotional well-being. “Understand that marriage is not about losing oneself but growing together, staying happy, and enjoying life together,” emphasised Dr Anand.
When couples encourage each other’s well-being, they can stay happy and healthy. If the couple has mutual understanding and is willing to put effort into the relationship, staying strong as a team and having a beautiful life is possible. The goal should be to grow together, as conflicts and stress will always be part and parcel of life.
