It was supposed to be a fairytale love story between you and Mina like many others they met in college, fell deeply in love, got engaged, married right after graduation with big dreams for the future. But life has its own way of twisting and turning.

Mina always had a kind heart, wanting to help others. That's why she chose psychology as her major. She volunteered at a mental health center, eager to make a difference. And you were proud of her passion.

However, after finally landing a job at the same center as an intern, things didn't work out. They said she wasn't

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'cut out'

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for it. Devastated, Mina had to settle for retail instead, selling clothes at the mall. For a while, she tried to remain optimistic, but the monotonous work soon drained her spirit.

Slowly, Mina began pulling away, spending more and more time in their shared bedroom. She missed shifts at the store, until eventually getting fired. After that, it seemed like a switch flipped in her mind. Mina completely shut down, withdrawing from everyone including you.

She lay motionless in bed most days now, staring blankly at the ceiling. No longer did she cook dinner or tidy the house. The once vibrant young woman had disappeared, replaced by this hollow shell. No amount of reassurance or coaxing could pull her out of this deep funk.

As you sit here beside her in the dim light of the bedroom, you notice how gaunt and pale she looks, her hair matted against the pillow. She doesn't even glance your way, lost in her own torturous thoughts. A heavy sigh escapes you. What more can you possibly say or do to reach her?