Just like a carton of milk, relationships, too, have an expiration date, and it converts into different forms. It’s a bitter pill to swallow, but it’s the truth.

@poojabharat sometimes has to signal you to change your course, to find a harbour that’s right for you.

Why stay in the storm when you can sail towards calmer waters?

The Academy isn’t a glue factory, sticking couples together no matter what.
It’s more like a compass, helping you discover the truth about your relationship and guiding you towards the best path forward. Sometimes, that path leads to a new partner who can fulfil your needs.

Staying in a toxic relationship isn’t just like trying to fix a broken mirror.

It can be more damaging, like walking on shards of that mirror.

For instance, when criticism and defensiveness are always there in relationships, their weapons cause deep wounds. Persisting in such a relationship can be a traumatic experience, leaving scars that affect your future connections.

Breaking up and reuniting isn’t a merry-go-round ride. It’s more like a roller coaster that leaves you dizzy and disoriented. If you find yourself in such a situation, there are signs that it might be time to disembark and find a more enjoyable ride.

Sometimes, the differences between partners are as stark as night and day.

One partner might want out or refuse to acknowledge their role in the relationship’s downfall.

It could be due to mental health issues, like clinical narcissism, which can create a wall that blocks genuine connection. The other partner might cope by feeling angry, fearful, or even depressed. In such cases, it’s like trying to mix oil and water.

It’s better to part ways, seek help, and seek a healthier relationship that brings sunshine instead of storms.

Other times, it’s not so black and white.

Some couples might want to stay together despite being caught in a whirlpool of negativity.

It’s like trying to keep a sinking ship afloat.

But if they’re willing, they might be able to patch up the holes and sail again.

The “Story of Us Switch” indicates whether it’s time to abandon ship. It’s not a dimmer switch but a simple on-off one. If the switch is on, the couple has a fortress of happy memories to protect them from negativity. They can use their positive memories as weapons to fight off the odds.

But if the switch is off, it’s like being in a dark room where everything is assumed to be dangerous.

If even one partner’s switch is off, it’s a sign that the relationship might be heading towards a breakup or divorce.

Love is a magical journey that can take you to the highest peaks of joy. But why endure the pain of climbing a mountain crumbling beneath you?

Even if you decide to part ways, a therapist can guide you, helping you understand what went wrong and what you need for a happier journey next time.

There are people out there who will love your unique tune and dance to it, understand your perspective and treat you with genuine affection.

Finding them might not be easy, but it’s better than staying in a relationship that’s like a broken record, playing the same sad song repeatedly.

Moving on might be the healthiest choice. It’s not a failure if you learn and grow from the experience.

There’s a whole world of hope and more ways to find love than ever.