Yami Gautam recalls how love story with Aditya Dhar began: ‘He didn’t ask me out’

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Relationships that have grown from friendships are often looked at in a positive light because of their strong bond, based on the foundation of shared values, respect and compatibility.

 

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According to clinical psychologist Priya Parulekar, the first stage calls for “physical attraction or a chemistry” which the individuals may or may not act upon, depending on the level of attraction that they feel towards each other.

The second stage entails a deeper “mind or emotional” connection leading to emotional exclusivity.

In the final stage, the couple enters an “intellectual stage” of the relationship where they enter into an official partnership through marriage (or live-in), where they share responsibilities as a family.

“What is worth noting is that the most important component of all three stages is friendship. There can be no relationship at any stage – body, mind or intellect without friendship,” she said.

Partners who were close friends before entering into a relationship tend to also have a deeper knowledge of each other’s personalities, values, strengths, weaknesses, likes and dislikes, leading to a greater acceptance and appreciation of one another. This pre-existing bond often transforms into a more resilient romantic relationship.

In line with Parulekar’s statement, it is worth noting that during a previous interview with Free Press Journal, Yami had opened up about her idea of true love. “We don’t overanalyse everything. We just love and respect each other for who we are. It’s an emotion where you feel it, or don’t feel it. I think one of the most important elements in a relationship is respect. Mutual respect is very important,” she had told the platform.

Parulekar also mentioned that relationships built on mutual respect and trust, create an environment where all parties can fully enjoy and experience things beautifully. And in today’s times, boundaries are absolutely essential in a relationship. Respecting each other’s personal space and consent, and communicating openly about needs and discomfort is important for all of us to learn.

DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to.