I know we all want love, that happily ever after feeling a finding your soulmate,

but what if someone not only claimed they could help you find that perfect partner,

but they could guarantee it?

Javinshaliya, a young couple, famous on YouTube,

teach about Twin Flames, a deep romantic connection with your perfect ultimate partner in their videos.

It's divine love, your design for no one else, and their design for no one else.

But the path to finding your Twin Flame is not so simple.

Those who start to doubt the group are instructed to cut ties with friends and family that are holding them back,

and to corner and claim their Twin Flame through stalking and intimidation.

By the time some members are able to leave the group,

they don't even recognize themselves, and the harassment to rejoin makes them fear for their safety.

From wondering, Twin Flames is a podcast about what happens when the quest for love turns into a dangerous obsession.

A listener note, this episode contains adult content and language.

This may not be suitable for all listeners.

It was July 2019, Toronto, an average hotel meeting room.

Base carpet, rows of grey chairs, a platform at the front.

Dozens of people milled around waiting.

Among them was Victoria Bonilla.

This was my first time meeting anybody from this group,

and it was such an interesting experience because everybody was so awkward.

People gathered in groups, some fumbled through small talk,

others stared at their phones.

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