When two people share intimate moments, emotions and thoughts with each other, a unique bond takes place. Psychologists call this a "soul connection." This is a simple way of saying that the ways in which people bond go beyond the physical and anecdotal.

If a relationship takes a mutually unfavorable turn, it is sometimes necessary to sever all connections in order for each partner to move on. This has nothing to do with horrible fall-outs, or dramatic tit-for-tats.

If a relationship goes awry and is beyond mending, the best course of action is to completely break all bonds. This process...