Why the Idea of a Soulmate Can Feel So Powerful After a Breakup
After a breakup, the future can feel blank while the past feels painfully detailed. That may be why ideas like soulmate sketches become so emotionally compelling.
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After a breakup, the future can feel blank while the past feels painfully detailed. That may be why ideas like soulmate sketches become so emotionally compelling.
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