Here's Why Derek Ramsay Said, 'I Would Never Marry Someone Who Is High-Maintenance'

Derek Ramsay and Ellen Adarna are one of showbiz’s chicest couples right now.

They have been radiating happiness since the time they admitted their romance to the many trips and milestones they celebrated together. Derek seems to adore his wife’s bubbly demeanor, so some netizens couldn’t resist being curious about their relationship dynamics.

‘Lucky’ Ellen Adarna Tells Her ‘Kind’ MIL, ‘Takot Na Takot Si Derek Sa ’Yo’

In one of her Instagram Q&A sessions, Ellen was asked whether she’s a low or high-maintenance kind of woman. She then passed on the question for her loving husband to answer, who gamely replied: “I would never marry someone who is high maintenance,” he shared, as Ellen giggled in the background. He also adds that the actress, despite her illustrious background, is “not materialistic.” 

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Despite Ellen being low-maintenance, Derek never fails to shower her with extravagant surprises, one of which was a stunning Bentley SUV that costs approximately P12 million for their first anniversary. In an Instagram post, Derek dedicated her a sweet message: “Thank you for giving me so much love. I've really found true happiness.”

READ ALSO: Ellen Reacts To Derek's Early Wedding-Anniversary Gift: 'Enjoy Driving My Car!'

How to avoid raising a child who is materialistic

Here are some tips from Very Well Family on how you can raise your child to be less focused on material things, and more on the things that really matter.

1. Teach your child to be grateful.

If they know how to express gratitude, they will learn how to be more content with what they have because they don't have to look and ask for more.

READ ALSO: How to Teach Your Child Gratitude: Don't Force Him to Say Thank You

2. Give them more time than gifts.

When your child does something good and you want to reward them, engage them in fun activities rather than give them gifts. Take them to the park, or play their favorite board game instead.

3. Be a role model.

If your children see that their parents value people over material things, they will see it and copy you. Talk about kindness often, and when you can, volunteer to help other people.

Read more tips on how raise unmaterialistic kids here.

This story originally appeared on Preview.ph. Minor edits have been made by the SmartParenting.com.ph editors.