The Journey from Marriage to Punjabi: A Personal Story

Introduction: Marriage is often seen as the beginning of a beautiful lifelong journey—a promise of love, partnership, and shared dreams. But sometimes, despite the best intentions and efforts, that Punjabi Matrimony journey takes an unexpected turn. This is the story of one such transformation, from the hopeful start of a marriage to the painful but necessary decision to divorce. I met my partner through family and friends. It felt right because of our shared values, the approval of our families, and genuine concern for one another. The first few years were full of shared laughter, travel, and planning for the future. However, cracks began to appear gradually. Our priorities changed, our communication deteriorated, and unresolved disagreements became commonplace. The love was still there, but it felt lost under layers of disappointment and unmet expectations. We tried everything—counseling, time apart, honest conversations—but the distance kept growing. We eventually h...