When you and your twin have spent time together you just know that nobody else is ever going to compare with them. No other relationship. Nothing.
They feel it too. They know it too. Even if they don’t know the terminology to explain why they feel this way.
So why the hell does a twin flame runner sometimes date other people?
Twin flame runners often find themselves in a perplexing situation, drawn to other relationships while simultaneously feeling the magnetic pull of their twin flame. This behavior isn’t simply about running away; it’s a complex interplay of emotions, fears, and sometimes, karmic lessons.
Fear: The Driving Force
At the heart of a runner’s actions is often an overwhelming fear of the intense connection they share with their twin flame. This profound bond can trigger:
- Deep-seated insecurities
- Unresolved emotional traumas
- Fear of losing oneself in the connection
In response, runners may seek out other relationships as a form of emotional buffer, creating a sense of safety in the familiar and less intense.
The Self-Identity Crisis
Many runners grapple with a crisis of self when faced with the mirror of their twin flame. This can lead them to:
- Question their life path
- Reevaluate their beliefs and values
- Seek validation in other relationships
These alternative connections often serve as a temporary distraction, allowing runners to avoid confronting the profound changes their twin flame connection demands.
Karma or Coping Mechanism?
The Karmic Connection
Some runners enter into relationships that have a karmic quality, feeling an inexplicable pull towards certain individuals. These connections might:
- Help resolve past life issues
- Teach important life lessons
- Prepare the runner for their twin flame reunion
It’s essential to remember that these karmic relationships, while significant, rarely match the depth of the twin flame bond.
Attempting to Move On
For many runners, new relationships are simply an attempt to forget and move forward. They might hope that by creating new connections, they can:
- Dull the pain of separation from their twin flame
- Create a sense of normalcy in their life
- Convince themselves they’ve moved on
However, these efforts often fall short, as the twin flame connection continues to resonate at a soul level.
The Inevitable Return
Despite their best efforts to find fulfillment elsewhere, many runners discover that other relationships pale in comparison to their twin flame connection. This realization often leads to:
- A deeper appreciation for the twin flame bond
- Personal growth and self-reflection
- An eventual return to the twin flame journey
It’s important for those on the twin flame path to approach this process with compassion and understanding, recognizing that running is often a necessary part of the journey towards union.
Remember, the twin flame connection is about growth, healing, and unconditional love. Whether through karmic relationships or attempts to move on, runners are ultimately on a path of self-discovery that will lead them back to their true connection.
Chart Your Path to Union
The path to union can feel lonely, confusing and downright painful. But a snapshot of the stars at the moment of your births (combined) can help us path your journey together: Get Your Twin Flame Birth Chart