TV presenter Ksenia Borodina commented on how self-esteem struggles among lovers can surface when a man is already married.
She described the situation as a trap for women who become involved with married men, calling them “terpils” in a provocative way. According to Borodina, when a woman begins an affair with a married man, she often accepts a secondary role and ends up waiting like a dog when called. This dynamic, she argued, can place the mistress in a position of perpetual waiting, never quite securing a central place in the man’s life. [Source: TV program interview]
Borodina insisted that a mistress will never become the primary focus for a man. No matter what a woman says or how much she flatters his ego, the underlying fear will persist. The fear may evolve into anticipation, and even if she remains involved until the end, there is always a lingering worry that she was betrayed before, and that something similar could happen again. The star explained that this is a pattern that can shadow the relationship with the married partner. [Source: TV program interview]
The presenter noted that a woman who possesses healthy self-confidence would likely not consider pursuing a relationship with a married man in the first place. Strength of character, in her view, acts as a protective barrier against settling into a situation that carries a built-in risk of emotional pain and instability. [Source: TV program interview]
In a separate aside, Borodina had earlier described the use of botox by younger women as unusual. She argued for moderation in all things and a balanced approach to self-enhancement. There should be a measure and a sense of proportion in life. She believed that such procedures should not be undertaken at too young an age. In her view, botox could be considered after reaching around the age of 30, if there is a genuine need. This stance reflects a broader belief in timing and moderation when it comes to cosmetic choices. [Source: TV program interview]