India, March 5 -- Relationships are generally perceived to exist through a dichotomy of either grand gestures or keeping everything cool and casual. But sometimes, it's simply about showing up for each other, being emotionally present and extending support. This involves paying attention, listening carefully, understanding and acknowledging their feelings.

Simply showing up, understanding the smallest cues, and offering empathy and care surpasses even the grandest romantic gestures. After all, at the end of the day, all anyone really needs is someone to listen and reassure. In any relationship problem, the knee-jerk reaction is dishing out solutions, but what's truly needed is simply listening, understanding, and being present.

Dr Eliza...