KARACHI (Web Desk): Pakistani media personalities Syeda Tuba Anwar and Junaid Niazi have lately been spotted indulging in an educational conversation with host Rabia Mughni (Fuchsia Magazine) regarding the message their latest project together known as ‘Baby Baji’ is attempting to convey.
Syeda Tuba Anwar is the ex-spouse of late Pakistani politician and host Aamir Liaquat Hussain whereas the lady holds strong beliefs regarding the importance of making the concept of couple’s therapy more common in Pakistan because seeking a therapist for guidance regarding various eminent aspects in life is nothing to be ashamed of and should be normalized in Tuba Anwar’s views.
While in conversation with Rabia, Tuba stated: “The way our couple has been shown [in Baby Baji], it’s depicted that when newlyweds are young, their perspectives often do not match, but they are still trying to figure it out.”
She further mentioned: “Perhaps if we do this, the relationship will improve, or if we do this, things will be better. Sometimes [Niazi’s] character explains that my character should listen, not be impulsive, and compromise a bit. This is an accurate depiction of where the first two years are marked with turmoil in their lives when they’re young. Their mindset does not match, it’s beyond their comprehension.”
The concept of marriage counselling is uncommon in Pakistan whereas approaching a therapist for any kind of guidance whether it is related to mental health or physical health, is considered to be exceptionally shameful in the majority’s eyes.
A 2017 study estimated that 792 million people across the world have mental disorders meaning 10.7 percent of the global population have mental health issues, we hope you understand the magnitude of the situation we are attempting to highlight here?
Now in western cultures, it is not considered to be derogatory if one wants to consult a psychiatrist however even in this day and era, Desi people find it shameful to disclose that they are not perfect and have weaknesses, the insecurity then leads to not paying a visit to a consultant.
However, here is what Syeda Tuba Anwar feels regarding the topic at hand: “And here, there is no such thing as marriage counselling, which is very important. We don’t go to therapists; we don’t talk to anyone. Elders are stuck in their own issues; sisters-in-law have their own issues. Who will you talk to? Who is going to come sit down with you and tell you that you’re going through an issue?”
“I think, through this drama, I know we’re not showing it here, but as a whole, we all should consult therapists as well in case something like this comes up. Young couples, especially. To stay in a relationship, in a marriage is also an art. To learn and understand it is vital.” The lady concluded.
Courtesy: 24news
