What Is Mirroring In A Relationship? Anushka Sharma-Virat Kohli's Match Moments Is The Perfect Example

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli came together for each other during the India Vs New Zealand Champions Trophy Final at the UAE's Dubai International Stadium on March 9. On the ground, the Indian cricket champ waved at his wife, who mirrored his gesture. The entire episode is the perfect example of non-verbal communication and comfort between couples. According to science, this signifies a good relationship and a healthy bond. The couple married in 2017 and are parents to son Akaay and daughter Vamika. Virushka fans continue to see them sharing their loving bond, both on and off ground. Their photos online are also shared in the context of ‘mirroring’.

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While there has been ongoing speculation about the couple shifting to London for family life, but their 'mirroring' once again at the match truly served couple goals. 

What is mirroring in a relationship?

Mirroring is a subconscious reflection of your partner's action or gesture.

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“It is matching someone’s behavior, whether it’s their voice, their words, or their non-verbal cues (think gestures, movement, and body posture),” body language expert Tonya Reiman told brides.com. It is a great sign that the couple is in tune together. Another example of it is walking while matching the pace of your partner.

Mirroring causes a flood of what Reiman calls “love chemicals”, a burst of good feelings that make you feel closer to the other person, strengthening your bond and contributing to the solid foundation a lasting relationship needs. When it becomes subconscious, it’s the thing that sets apart a great friendship or love from all the rest.

Picking the right partner

It takes practice, but active listening will clue you into the language of your partner. Mirroring is a subconscious occurrence that can create a feeling of comfort. Humans are evolutionarily designed to be attracted to people who are similar to them. It can help you choose the right partner, who you are in more sync with.

“If the other person’s mirroring isn’t leading you to a comfort zone, but instead leading you somewhere you don’t want to be, that’s a red flag. They’re making you feel like you need to like them, instead of like you want to,” Tonya Reiman explained.