Holi Special: 10 Things Couples Should Never Do During The Festival

• Holi is a festival of heightened neurochemical activity, stimulating dopamine and fluctuating cortisol, which can deepen intimacy or trigger misunderstandings.
• Never ignore consent, use 'festival mood' as an excuse to cross boundaries, or compare your relationship to others.
• Avoid suppressing jealousy without communication, overconsuming alcohol/bhaang, or dismissing your partner's sensory overload.
• Do not bring up old conflicts during emotional highs, force physical intimacy after exhaustion, or neglect emotional check-ins.
• End the day with positive closure to strengthen bonding and trust, as festivals amplify existing relationship foundations.