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Taking a cue from her honest reflection, it’s worth asking why some connections don’t evolve? And how do you know when it’s time to move on?

“Sometimes, the greatest wisdom lies in recognising early that something doesn’t have the depth, alignment, or future you deserve,” says Delnna Rrajesh, psychotherapist, energy healer and life coach. “We live in a world that glorifies ‘forever’, but emotional maturity often means walking away at the ‘maybe’ stage,” she said.

So, how do you know if a connection is worth pursuing, or if it’s time to let it go? Rrajesh shares some practical ways to navigate the “almost” stage of a relationship with clarity, confidence, and self-respect:

Check the vibe consistency, not just the spark

That early spark can be exciting. But what happens after that? Do they show up with consistency? Do they initiate meaningful conversations or just flirt occasionally? If someone is only present when it’s convenient, that’s not a relationship, it’s a distraction.

Notice emotional availability

Are they open about their life, values, and intentions? Or do you feel like you’re guessing what they feel or want? If someone says ‘I’m not ready for something serious,’ believe them. Love thrives in emotional safety, not ambiguity.

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Ask yourself: “Do I feel more myself around them or less?”

Early compatibility is not about impressing each other. It’s about feeling safe to be real. If you feel the need to constantly perform, hide parts of yourself, or edit your words, it’s a red flag. A potential partner should feel like home, not a stage.

Trust the silence

Sometimes, the lack of momentum is your answer. If it feels stagnant or confusing after a few weeks, don’t romanticise the ‘maybe.’ Respect your need for clarity. When it’s right, you don’t feel like you’re chasing the connection.

Don’t confuse ‘potential’ with reality

‘I think it could be something,’ is not the same as it is something. Many of us fall in love with someone’s potential. But relationships aren’t about what people could be. They’re about who you both are right now, and whether you’re both ready to build something together.

Take pride in walking away early

It’s not weak. It’s wise. Leaving something that doesn’t feel aligned is not ‘giving up’, it’s choosing self-respect. Because when you walk away from something half-hearted, you create space for wholehearted love.

Whether you meet once or many times, every connection teaches you something – about your needs, your growth, your patterns. “But the real magic happens when you listen to what those lessons are telling you. It takes courage to say, ‘This isn’t for me’. But that’s how you protect your heart and honour its highest potential,” said Delnna.

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