Have you ever experienced such intense heartbreak that you felt you would never be able to go on? All of us have experienced it at some point in our lives, and some of us are likely going through that stage at the moment. If you are one of those, understand while it can be challenging, it's not impossible to move on from a relationship.
Get over your pity party of one and keep reading to learn 6 foolproof ways through which you move on from a breakup and start the healing process before you conclude that love isn't for you.
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The worst thing you can do when you're trying to move on from a relationship is to keep in touch with your ex. Maintain your distance and do not return their calls or messages. It is imperative to stop all communication so as not to incite new feelings.
Don't blame yourself or put undue pressure on yourself to recover quickly or move from your ex. You must understand that any relationship no matter how short, was an integral part of your life. Please be patient with yourself and allow yourself to recover at your own rate as the process of moving past a breakup takes time.
Going through a breakup is often a painful and heart-breaking process and everyone can agree with it. One of the simplest and most effective ways to make this time easier for yourself is by staying busy. Strict to your routine and pack your free time with fun and uplifting activities that will help distract you.
You are very vulnerable when you are coming out of a relationship and feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt are very common to pop up. In these trying times, it is important to put yourself first and prioritise your needs. Indulge in things that you love to do or better yet, take that leap and get out of your comfort zone to explore something new which you might have always wanted to do but didn't have the support or courage to do.
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Having support from a close group of friends or siblings can make your life so much easier while going through a breakup. From bitching about your ex to taking your mind off him, your friends will do it all. Friends are one of the only few people who don't sugarcoat things and will help you examine why your relationship did not work in the first place. This is also the time when you should hesitate to rekindle old friendships, so pick up the phone and make a plan with your old friend.
Overcoming a breakup is not an easy task and some people tend to find it more difficult than others. If that is the case with you, don't be afraid to seek assistance. Understand that it's acceptable to not feel okay and don't be afraid to feel judged.
While it's critical for your mental well-being to move on from an ex, you have to keep in mind, that this process will have both good days and bad days. By keep reminding yourself how things are getting better each day you will emerge from your breakup in a better and stronger way and get rid of your emotional baggage.
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