Gunnar and Rebekka met by chance on Facebook in 2011 and became a couple, despite Gunnar's marriage and the 500-kilometer distance. Five years later, Rebekka separated for months due to another man, but they reunited. In an interview with ZEITmagazin, they share their crisis and how they saved their relationship.
Gunnar, 54, a crane service technician, and Rebekka, 43, a medical technician, met by chance on Facebook in 2011. At the time, Gunnar was married with a child, while Rebekka lived 500 kilometers away. Nevertheless, they fell in love and became a couple.
They lasted five years together until Rebekka fell in love with another man. The relationship broke, and they separated for several months. How they overcame the crisis is detailed in ZEITmagazin. 'It was clear: When his almost-ex-wife calls, he jumps,' the article quotes a critical moment.
The separation happened five years ago, and they reunited. Responding to the magazine's question on whether a relationship can recover after such a break, they share their insights. The story highlights why a separation can be an important 'kick in the butt' to address issues.
Themes like communication, love, and influences from family and work feature in their account. The couple demonstrates that relationships can be mended despite affairs and separations if both parties commit.