{
  "id": 4210490,
  "title": "Vikrant Massey shares his formula for a happy marriage: ‘Out of 365 days…’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/vikrant-massey-shares-his-formula-for-a-happy-marriage-out-of-365-days",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-29T14:30:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/feelings/vikrant-massey-shares-formula-to-happy-marriage-10832574/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur have been married for four years and credit their strong relationship to love, respect, and admiration. During an interview with BBC Hindi, Massey revealed their secret to a happy marriage: out of every 365 days, 350 should go smoothly, leaving only 15 to navigate challenges. When disagreements arise, they avoid carrying resentment into the next day and refrain from addressing issues the following morning. Clinical psychologist Alishiba Arsud explains that strong marriages are built on consistent emotional connection rather than avoiding conflicts. Research shows that couples who regularly check in emotionally report higher marital satisfaction and lower divorce rates. By highlighting positive behaviors and addressing specific issues, partners can maintain appreciation and strengthen their bond. Psychologist Rutuja Varade notes that sleeping after a fight does not always mean avoidance but can be a coping strategy to manage emotions. The emotional brain becomes more active during conflicts, potentially leading to impulsive words. Taking time to calm down and rationally address the issue can help avoid saying things one does not truly mean. Arsud emphasizes that specific, limited, and safe feedback is crucial for couples. By focusing on one or two points at a time, it reduces criticism overload and promotes non-defensive listening, which fosters respect and emotional maturity. This practice activates empathy, allowing partners to feel truly seen and heard, strengthening emotional attunement and trust. Experts agree that while these habits may not eliminate problems, they prevent emotional neglect and transform conflicts into collaboration, ultimately maintaining a resilient and healthy marriage.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Massey and Thakur credit love, respect, and admiration for their marriage.",
    "Out of 365 days, 350 should be smooth, leaving 15 for challenges.",
    "Emotional connection and specific feedback strengthen marital satisfaction."
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
        "title": "Vikrant Massey shares his formula for a happy marriage: ‘Out of 365 days…’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/vikrant-massey-shares-his-formula-for-a-happy-marriage-out-of-365-days-4211873",
        "published": "2026-08-29T14:30:18.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}