As soon as someone crosses 25, the pressure to get married begins to build, and by 28, marriage can become the primary concern, regardless of whether the person is emotionally ready for it or not. Indian society is structured in a way where biological age is given more importance than emotional readiness when it comes to marriage.
Just because you’re 30, 35 or 40 doesn’t mean you’re emotionally mature because emotional maturity comes from self-awareness, experience, taking responsibility and our willingness to look back and learn, according to Damini. When it comes to marriage, emotional age can matter more than biological age. Yet, it is a factor that often goes unnoticed and remains largely undiscussed. Emotional maturity can play a crucial role in shaping a relationship, influencing how partners communicate, handle conflicts and navigate life together. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, counselling psychologist, author and life coach Damini Grover decodes why emotional maturity deserves more attention than age difference. This is why two individuals of the same biological age can function very differently in a relationship .
“Emotional maturity becomes even more important when differences, disagreements, conflicts and difficulties arise,” said Damini.
