Paul Christian Ocampo

How Tos of Love with JMFyang: On surprises, apologies, trust and jealousy

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Liezel Dela Cruz

Valentine’s Day may be long over, but love? That’s an all-year-round thing. And when it comes to matters of the heart, JM Ibarra and Fyang Smith have surely picked up some love wisdom along the way. So, we asked them to spill their best how-tos when it comes to relationships, and here’s what they shared. When asked about their views on how to say sorry after a fight, JM believes it helps to remember where you and your partner started and why you got into the relationship in the first place. That way, your apology comes from somewhere genuine. Fyang added that you have to make sure you&#x27;re calm before saying sorry. It’s important not to let your emotions escalate along with your partner’s anger.As for their thoughts on pulling off surprises for special occasions, JM emphasized that this is where truly knowing the other person comes in. You need to understand what makes them happy. He also pointed out that having a solid plan is essential to making the surprise work.To show that you trust your partner, he believes one of the best ways is to support them in everything they do, especially in things that make them happy and contribute to their well-being. Fyang, on the other hand, reminds us, &quot;Super hirap mag-build ng trust lalo na kung kakakilala n&#x27;yo pa lang.&quot; One way she gauges someone&#x27;s trustworthiness is by sharing a secret with them and observing how well they keep it.The former &quot;<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/pbbgen112024">Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11</a>&quot; housemates gave off &#x27;LQ&#x27; vibes in the studio when they realized they had different takes on expressing jealousy. Fyang isn’t the type to say it outright; instead, she prefers to show it through her actions and behavior. But JM thinks that’s not the way to go because, for him, it’s important to be vocal about your feelings. “Communication is key,” he emphasized.And that’s when the tea spilled! Fyang was surprised that JM preached about open communication when, in reality, he’s not exactly expressive with words either. &quot;&#x27;Pag tinanong mo anong problema, &#x27;Wala.&#x27; Sasabihin niya &#x27;pag pinilit mo pa siya,&quot; she revealed. Do you agree with JMFyang’s takes on love, or do you have your own how-tos in relationships?