Some story unfold in the most unexpected ways .

Arranged marriagesare typically built on the intersection of cultural traditions and family expectations. However, the dichotomy can feel just as stabilizing as it is suffocating.

In many instances, couples discover love and companionship that leads to a lifetime of marriage. In other situations, there’s a struggle in the incompatible dynamics.

Arranged marriages can be complex, underlined by the personal sacrifices many have to make to honor their commitments.

Still, not all stories end in harmony. In some instances,divorcebecomes the only path to true happiness.

For those who were in an arranged marriage and later got divorced, we want to hear your story.

What led to the divorce? Was there a specific moment when you knew it was over? Or did things gradually come apart?

How did you deal with the aftermath of the situation? Did you have a support system to lean on during those times?

Did the divorce change your views on marriage?

For those who were in an arranged marriage and got divorced, we want to hear about your experience. You can comment below, and your story might be featured in aBuzzFeed Communitypost. But, if you’d rather stay anonymous, you could fill out thisGoogle Form.

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Some stories unfold in the most unexpected ways.

Two people are standing back-to-back in a grassy field, silhouetted against a sunset. Their arms are crossed, appearing to signify disagreement or separation

Two hands reaching out towards each other against a bright sky

A wedding cake with a bride and groom figurine on top, a large knife cuts through the cake's middle

Shadowed figures of a man and woman in an argument, facing each other; the woman holds her head in frustration

Two individuals warmly embrace, showing support and connection, with a small group visible in the background

A judge's gavel on a wooden surface, with two wedding rings placed beside it, symbolizing divorce or legal separation