Kareena Khan talked about her relationship with her husband Saif. (Source: Instagram/Kareena Khan) As families grow and change, the dynamics can become more complex, especially following divorce, remarriage and blended households. Kareena Khan clarified that she did not have any overlap with Saif Ali Khan’s past in the Koffee With Karan season 6 finale episode. Karan Johar, the host of Koffee With Karan Season 6, asked: “You also keep the balance with Amrita?” Kareena responded, “No. But I have the highest respect and regard for Amrita… we’ve never even met.” She added that I met Saif many years after his divorce, so it wasn’t on anyone’s schedule, and he was clearly single. Children are influenced by how adults treat each other. If the former and current spouse can share a space without visible tension, this takes away the silent burden that children often feel to keep the peace. Civility can be enough. There is little need to initiate contact when there are no kids involved. Some healthy boundaries couples can maintain in regards to acknowledging ex-partners or not engaging them. Raj mentions that boundaries are best set when they’re clearly stated and not left to assumptions. Couples can decide what kind of communication is respectful, whether it’s just a few updates on parenting or a few conversations when necessary. Transparency between couples prevents suspicion. He also says that boundaries are about not dragging past events into the present. This means avoiding comparisons and not revisiting old tales. It also means refusing to make the ex an invisible third party in the marriage. “Seeing the ex in a larger system of family, rather than as a rival, keeps perspective.” Story continues below this advertisement. For children of divorced parents: How does the relationship between their parent’s spouse and the other parent affect their emotional stability. Children pick up more on atmosphere than words. Raj says that “hostility, avoidance or even a cold silent between adults can create pressure. They may feel guilty as if they are betraying the other parent’s affection. Even small acts of civility like sharing space at milestones or a simple greeting are reassuring. They show that love doesn’t have to be divided.” “A close friendship between the adults is not required, but visible disrespect can be deeply unsettling. The expert concludes that children feel most stable when their parents are allowed to love each other without fear of judgement or loyalty conflicts.
