90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days star Vanja Grbic seems to be navigating the complex world of romance with some serious missteps, leaving viewers both puzzled and frustrated. Introduced later in Season 8, Vanja’s narrative centers around her questionable relationship with Božo Vrdoljak, her Croatian partner. Throughout the season, it became glaringly obvious that Božo did not reciprocate her feelings and was deeply involved with someone else while Vanja held onto her romantic fantasies.
Božo’s apparent disinterest was evident from the start; he avoided Vanja at all costs and even greeted her at the airport with a discarded flower pot instead of a heartfelt welcome. It was painful to watch Vanja clinging to the hope of an engagement, shedding tears over a relationship that was never truly mutual. Within just one day of their breakup, she was already contemplating a future with another man, Josko, raising questions about her genuine attachment to Božo. Was it Božo who sidestepped a problematic relationship?
Vanja Pursues Božo Despite His Ghosting
Acknowledging the Red Flags
Vanja was eager to connect with Božo, seemingly oblivious to the myriad of warning signs surrounding their relationship. Despite seven months of dating, she brushed off his ghosting behavior, including his abrupt breakup call citing his return to a former girlfriend. He didn’t value her efforts or the distance she traveled to meet him, even ghosting her during her flight. vanja persistently overlooked these red flags.
It became painfully clear that Božo was only engaging with Vanja out of boredom. He even admitted not recalling telling her he loved her, indicating a lack of genuine interest. His pursuit for a rebound relationship with a woman from a foreign country left Vanja disillusioned. Tragically, even after facing rejection, she failed to recognize that her dream of a romantic connection with Božo was built on illusions. She seemed to believe that switching to a new relationship would resolve her heartache, showcasing her poor judgment in romantic choices.
Vanja’s Relentless Pursuit of God
Disregarding Clear Disinterest
From the very first breakup, Vanja should have recognized Božo’s lack of genuine interest. He didn’t even entertain the idea of a “friends with benefits”arrangement, considering her only as a friend. Watching Vanja on screen was exasperating; as a successful woman, she deserved someone who prioritized her. Yet, she continued to engage with Božo, perhaps out of a misguided sense of hope.
Vanja’s somewhat desperate attempts to forge a meaningful connection were evident, as she envisioned herself in a romantic narrative that Božo had no intentions of partaking in. Perhaps, in hindsight, Božo inadvertently spared Vanja from further disappointment by choosing not to pursue her. Had he entered a relationship with her, any feelings would have been superficial at best, highlighting the importance of recognizing when to let go.
Imagining a Future with Josko
Contemplating Step-Parenthood
In a recent episode, Vanja encountered a man named Josko and was immediately drawn to him. Their date appeared promising; however, her eagerness raised concerns. It was perplexing that Josko had not disclosed his status as a single father during their initial conversations online. Strikingly, Vanja pondered how she would adapt to being a stepmother to his child within just days of meeting him, giving off vibes of neediness and desperation for commitment.
Time for Reflection: Vanja’s Next Steps
A Pause After Heartbreak
While her trip to Croatia initially aimed for romance, it shifted to a quest for fun that only tangled her emotions further. The desire for a carefree holiday romance quickly led to an emotional attachment for Vanja. Though one could argue she deserves a partner who values her, Vanja needs to learn the importance of boundaries and resist fantasizing about her future with Josko immediately after her breakup with Božo.
As someone invested in her happiness, I hoped to see Vanja approach Josko with the intent of keeping things lighthearted, but her fixation on a lifelong partnership instead showcased her struggles with intimacy and connection. Watching moments like the kayaking scene made me cringe; it became apparent that her yearning for love clouded her judgment. My wishes for Vanja’s upcoming romance with Josko remain: she must recognize her true desires and avoid portraying herself as a caricature of love on national television.
90 Day Fiancé: Before The 90 Days airs Sundays at 8 p.m. EST on TLC.
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