"Sa katagalan, talo ang babae": Maricar Reyes at Richard Poon, hindi pabor sa concept ng "50/50"

• Celebrity couple Richard Poon and Maricar Reyes openly stated that they are not in favor of the concept of "50/50"
• Richard explained that agreeing to such dynamic effectively cuts down a woman's expectations of a man
• Maricar pointed out that because women are naturally patient and prone to covering shortcomings, the setup eventually tilts into women bearing most of the burden
• Maricar urged women to realize that accepting low expectations early on sets them up to constantly bail their partners out down the road

Maricar Reyes and Richard Poon believe that a strict 50/50 arrangement often leaves women carrying the heavier weight over time.

In a candid video shared on their digital channel Relationship Matters PH, the couple addressed a viewer asking about situations where a husband fails to contribute financially, forcing the wife to earn all the money.

Without hesitation, Richard made their collective stance clear as a couple:

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"Well, hindi kami pabor sa 50/50 because ang lalaki sa Pinas mahina na eh, kasi overly mothered... By saying 'I agree to 50/50,' my expectations of you as a leader, protector, and provider, slash na 50%. So binaba mo ng kalahati yung expectation sa leadership, protection, at provision ng isang lalaki."

Richard shared that over their years of hearing other people's stories, they have repeatedly heard stories from wives whose equal partnerships eventually turned completely one-sided:

"Pag tumatagal, nagsu-sumbong yung mga tao na, 'RM, dati 50/50 kami. Ngayon after 15 years, 80/20 na.' Yung iba naman, '100% ako na.' We have not seen maraming examples or success stories na 50/50 ang dulo lalaki nagpo-provide."

According to Richard, reducing the demands on a man early on often leads to complacency rather than long-term teamwork.

Weighing in from a wife's perspective, Maricar explained how a woman's natural patience often leads to burnout under this arrangement:

"Ang babae kasi naturally matiisin, naturally sasaluhin'yung mga mali. So eventually hindi na yan 50/50, magiging on the losing end talaga yung babae."

Maricar also challenged women to look closely at their own role in establishing these expectations right from the start:

"And in a way you have to admit, mga girls... Yung mga girls na nag-aagree sa 50/50, kayo rin in a way ang cause nung paghihirap niyo down the road kasi you're already making the expectation lower... Kung minindset niyo na from the start na lagi mong sasaluhin, forever kang may sasaluhin."

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The couple's straightforward advice sparked lively discussions online, with many viewers agreeing that clear roles, accountability, and strong paternal initiative remain crucial to preventing marital strain.

As previously reported by KAMI, Richard Poon celebrated his 13th wedding anniversary with Maricar Reyes by sharing a heartfelt social media post. Instead of organizing a grand celebration, he chose to revisit the café where they had their first date in 2009. He reflected on their long relationship, recalling special memories from their early days and expressing admiration for Maricar’s enduring beauty and character. The post highlighted their 17-year journey as a couple, from dating to marriage, and their continued strong bond.

Meanwhile, in 2024, Maricar Reyes, an actress, has stirred social media buzz after writing a meaningful message online. Previously, on her Facebook page, Maricar talked about people who make mistakes and how they learn. According to Maricar, the 'pain and shame' behind a mistake can also be the first step to being wiser. However, Maricar also mentioned that the person who committed the mistake should take accountability.

Source: KAMI.com.gh