Promises of loyalty and lifelong companionship are often made in love, but in today’s fast-changing world, not everyone treats these commitments with the seriousness they deserve. A startling real-life incident has brought this harsh reality into focus—one that reveals why trust, despite being essential, can sometimes be painfully misplaced.
Five Years of Love, One Shocking Revelation
The incident was shared on Instagram by Shalini, a senior relationship counsellor, who recounted the case of a young woman who had been in a relationship with her boyfriend for five years. Their relationship had progressed to the stage of marriage, with both families fully aware and preparations underway.
However, just before taking the final step, the man abruptly refused to marry. When questioned by both families, he gave no concrete reason—only that he no longer wanted to go ahead with the wedding. This sudden change left the woman emotionally shattered and deeply confused.
A Desperate Step to Uncover the Truth
Unable to accept the vague explanation, the woman decided to seek answers on her own. She hired a private detective team to investigate her fiancé’s activities. What they uncovered was disturbing.
According to the counsellor, the man frequently travelled for work and, in almost every city he visited, he was involved with a different woman. While maintaining a long-term relationship and planning marriage with one partner, he was simultaneously leading multiple parallel relationships elsewhere.
The revelation was devastating. As Shalini pointed out, “You can trust someone completely, but if a person wants to deceive, they will find a way. It’s better to know the truth in time than regret it later.”
Why Such Situations Are Becoming Common
Speaking to Navbharat Times.com, Dr. Gaurav Gupta, Senior Psychiatrist and CEO of Tulasi Healthcare, New Delhi, explained that modern relationships face far greater challenges than before.
“Busy lifestyles, career pressures, long-distance relationships, and emotional unavailability have made it harder to sustain trust and commitment,” he said. “Emotional understanding and honest communication are the foundation of any strong relationship, especially when partners live in different cities.”
Trust Is Crucial—But So Is Communication
Dr. Gupta emphasized that in long-distance relationships, misunderstandings can arise easily. Open conversations, daily emotional sharing, loyalty, and respect for personal space are essential. Constant suspicion or excessive monitoring can weaken a relationship, while emotional connection helps strengthen it.
Marriage Is More Than Love
According to the expert, marriage should never be decided in haste or under family or societal pressure. “It’s not just about love,” Dr. Gupta explained. “Compatibility in values, responsibility, financial understanding, emotional maturity, and behavior during conflict are equally important. Taking time helps reduce the chances of regret later.”
Relationship Red Flags That Kill Love
Lack of communication, dishonesty, disrespect, emotional neglect, unresolved conflicts, and ego issues gradually erode relationships. Taking a partner for granted or refusing to acknowledge mistakes can push even strong bonds toward collapse.
Setting Boundaries Matters
Dr. Gupta also advised couples to set healthy boundaries. “Allowing too many external influences—friends, relatives, or colleagues—to interfere can create unnecessary doubt and negativity. Protecting your relationship from such interference is essential.”
A Lesson in Awareness
This incident serves as a powerful reminder that while trust is vital in love, awareness and emotional clarity are equally important. Knowing the truth—however painful—can sometimes save a lifetime of regret.
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