In a society that often romanticizes love as the sole source of happiness, comedienne Kakai Bautista has a refreshingly honest take on relationships: pay yourself first before seeking that one true love.
“Minsan gusto din talagang lumandi at mamamsin ng lalaki pero kapag naiisip ko yung mga bayarin, gusto ko pang ma-achieve para sa sarili ko, nagigising ako sa katotohanang hindi ko kailangan ng lalaki para sumaya. Kailangan ko, pera,” the actress said in a post on her Facebook page.
Let's face it: love is incredible, but it doesn't pay the bills! Kakai's humorous yet thought-provoking statement shines a spotlight on an often overlooked truth—we should strive for financial independence and stability before diving headfirst into serious relationships or marriage.
“Don’t get me wrong, naniniwala pa rin ako sa wagas na pag-ibig. Di na nga lang ako naniwala na kaya kang buhayin ng pag-ibig lang. Both men and women should be financially independent and stable before going into a serious relationship or marriage,” she said.
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Kakai went on to explain that reality bites; just imagine endless arguments over who pays for dates, stress about wedding expenses, and the constant worry of providing for a family. Indeed, financial strain can quickly dampen the flames of love.
Kakai also said women are at the losing end when a relationship fails, especially if they don’t have financial freedom.
“Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial Stability is the key to a happy interpersonal relationship whether it is ROMANTIC or PLATONIC,” she added.
We hear you, Kakai! Let's chase our dreams, achieve financial freedom, and allow love to flourish naturally along the way. After all, there's nothing more attractive than someone who knows their worth and can stand on their own two feet.
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