Nataša Stankovic on finding love again following divorce from Hardik Pandya: ‘I am not averse to it’ | Lifestyle News
Nataša Stankovic recently shared her views on finding love again. Despite last year being challenging, the Serbian dancer and model admitted that it made her “wiser”. “As I look to the year ahead, I am definitely open to the new experiences, opportunities, and maybe love. I am not averse to it (falling in love). I want to embrace whatever life brings my way. I believe that the right connection happens naturally when the time is right,” she said.
Stankovic, who is co-parenting her child with former husband and cricketer Hardik Pandya post their divorce, added, “I value meaningful relationships, the ones that are built on trust and understanding. I think love should complement my journey and not define it.”
The model, who celebrated her birthday recently, also told Times Entertainment that one matures with experiences and not age.
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Taking a cue from her revelation, let’s understand the psychology behind finding love again.
Love, when lost, doesn’t mean is over, said Dr Chandni Tugnait, MD (A.M) psychotherap, coach and healer, founder and director, Gateway of Healing. “Finding love again isn’t about replacing the past but redefining one’s emotional landscape. It involves an evolved self, one that is aware of personal patterns, past wounds, and what truly makes a relationship fulfilling. The biggest misconception that we adhere to is that time alone heals. Although time helps, active introspection and emotional recalibration prepare a person for meaningful love again,” said Dr Tugnait.
Things to consider
Emotional availability check: Before stepping into a new relationship, an honest self-assessment is crucial. “Am I looking for love out of loneliness, validation, or genuine connection? Rushing into love as a draction often leads to repeating old patterns,” pointed out Dr Tugnait.
Unlearning and relearning love: Past relationships shape how we give and receive love. “If previous love was conditional, finding love again requires unlearning unhealthy attachment styles and embracing a more secure, fulfilling dynamic,” stated Dr Tugnait.Story continues below this ad
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Rebuilding intimacy with life: Often, the fear isn’t about loving again but about being vulnerable. Before allowing someone new in, rekindling intimacy with life itself through passions, travel, or self-discovery restores a sense of wholeness, said Dr Tugnait.
Love as an addition, not a rescue: A fulfilling relationship is built on two individuals thriving together, not one saving the other. The healthiest love is complementary, not compensatory, said Dr Tugnait.
