Dr Ramona Grewal - She is strong

"THERE IS A LOT OF WORK, EFFORT AND TIME THAT A SUPPORTIVE PARTNER PUTS INTO CREATING A MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIP AND ONE MUST ACKNOWLEDGE THESE LITTLE NUANCES."

Dr Ramona Grewal describes her as a mom of two energetic girls who loves to spend her time with her family. For Ramona, it is not just work that takes a center stage in her life, it is equally important to raise her daughters to be good human beings. Professionally, she is dually boarded in the US and Canada as a General Psychiatrist who specializes in addiction disorders. She works as one of the Behavioral Health Directors at Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Bellingham. She aspires to have her own psychiatric practice in both Canada and the US one day where she can continue to help the community in need.

What they think:

Q1. Do you believe that having a supportive partner can contribute to a person’s success? Why or why not? In your opinion, what qualities or characteristics make a woman a strong and supportive partner?

Yes I do believe having a supportive partner can contribute to a person’s success. Having a supportive partner is at times what keeps you going. Knowing you have that foundation there to hold you up when at times you feel like giving up. With your partner’s support you gain encouragement, strength, resilience and hope.

Some of the qualities of a good partner are: being a good listener, setting boundaries and limits to keep your family/ partner on their path, being empathetic and above all just being present and active in their lives.

Q2. How do you define being a strong woman in the context of supporting a successful man?

Being there for your partner but at the same time having your own goals and aspirations give me strength. Being a cohesive unit that is there for one another but also holding onto elements of your own identity.

Q3. How do you prioritize self-care and personal growth while also being a pillar of support for the man in your life?

Delegating tasks and asking for help when needed to give myself some time.

Q4. How important do you think it is for successful individuals to acknowledge and appreciate the support they receive from their partners?

I think it’s quite important because there is a lot of work, effort and time that a supportive partner has put into their relationship that should be acknowledged.

Q5. What advice would you give to other women who are in a similar position of supporting a successful man while also pursuing their own goals and ambitions?

Find a good balance. Work with each other rather than against. Learn to communicate honestly and effectively. I believe all relationships require work and sacrifices to some degree. Being able to support your partner and vice-a-versa can span all forms of relationships.