"Total Disrespect": Woman's Actions Toward Hubby Sparks Outrage in SA
- One lady shocked the nation with her behaviour towards her hubby in a video making rounds online
- The footage sparked a massive buzz on the internet, gathering loads of views, likes and comments
- Briefly News takes a look at why respect in a relationship is super important and more
- Relationship expert and founder of Engaged Humans, Paula Quinsee, spoke to Briefly News about mutual respect in a relationship and how to maintain it
A woman set the internet ablaze with her behaviour towards her man, which left the online community stunned.
Source: TikTok
Woman leaves SA outraged by disrespecting husband
The footage shared under the handle @swaantyofficiel on TikTok, which was shared on social media, left many people stunned and divided as they reacted to the situation.
In the video, the woman's husband was sitting in a chair, busy on his laptop while his wife began shenanigans as she put her feet on his head with her heels, and she continued dancing without any care in the world.
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The video quickly gained traction, racking up thousands of views and sparking debate in the comment section. Many South Africans expressed their disappointment, with some urging couples to be respectful towards each other, although it may be a playful gesture. Others, however, defended the woman, suggesting that it was just a joke.
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Why mutual respect in a relationship is important
While speaking to Briefly News, relationship expert and founder of Engaged Humans, Paula Quinsee, shared why mutual respect in a relationship is important and how to maintain it.
Paula said mutual respect in a relationship means "treating each other with kindness, consideration, and empathy, regardless of differences".
The founder of Engaged Humans explained that active listening, valuing opinions, agreeing on boundaries, respecting personal space, and supporting each other's goals are essential in a relationship.
"Avoiding belittling, shaming, and criticism, which can damage self-esteem and emotional well-being. Supporting personal growth and ambitions by encouraging joint evolution, while avoiding competition or limiting each other. This approach helps maintain a healthy and supportive relationship," said Paula.
SA reacts to woman's antics
Despite the mixed reactions, the incident has ignited discussions on the importance of mutual respect in relationships and many took to the comments section to express their thoughts saying:
Themba Sibiya said:
"How does a guy allow such disrespect."
Ramona Lu added:
"Jokes aside, that's total disrespect."
Misisi kobedi wrote:
"Disrespect" ya eng Ka gore they are playing, guys ituteng goja seafood please!! o kase kwatele gore batho ba dlala."
Thapelo Thela shared:
"Why do people like to judge other people's lives? This is how they do it."
Kgoludi expressed:
"Other people will disrespect you in the name of content."
Ronel Muller commented:
"Wheres the disrespect she's teasing him and I think it's cute."
Poetic_Mentor shared:
"She already dealt with him traditionally, there is nothing we can do."
Source: TikTok
Why respect in a relationship is super important
Respect is essential in relationships, as it involves showing respect for others' feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions. It is not an obligation, but rather a way to make the other person feel comfortable and heard.
According to Philandmaud, respect is not automatic, but it requires empathy and self-awareness. It involves making space for oneself and others, while maintaining self-worth. Appreciating another person's talents and skills is another meaning of respect.
Expressing appreciation makes it clearer to the other person, making them feel appreciated and potentially raising their self-perception. In essence, respect involves giving due regard to their wishes and admiring their nature and talents.
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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za
Paula Quinsee (Certified Relationship Therapy Educator and founder of Engaged Humans) Paula Quinsee is the founder of Engaged Humans, facilitating connection between individuals and organisations to create a more human-connected world. She is a certified Imago Relationship Therapy educator and facilitator, NLP practitioner, PDA analyst, coach and trainer. Paula is also the author of two self-help guides - Embracing Conflict and Embracing No - as well as an international speaker, advocate for mental health and activist for gender-based violence.
