Having trouble getting over a break-up? Are you tired of being reminded of how you and your ex were? Are you thinking of a change but don't know how? Here are 10 ways to "upgrade your lifestyle" that will help you get over a break-up!
1. Attitude
What is a better way to get over a an ex? Change your attitude and upgrade your personality. Look at a break up as a lesson. Any negative attitude you put in that relationship--reinforce it. You will feel more confident and full of life.
2. Music
Yes, you will be tempted to listen to every T-Swift song that has "break up" in the subtext, but don't do that to yourself. Listen to uplifting songs that will lift you up! If you have an interest in a certain genre, go for it! Have your friends help you explore new music.
3. Clothes
If your ex bought you some article of clothing... trash it. An ex is an ex for a reason and should be treated as such. Or simply sell or donate the clothes. Also, change your wardrobe! If you like fedoras, wear fedoras! If your ex didn't let you wear a certain outfit, wear the crap out that outfit. You and your friends have a mall day and let them help you shop for a whole new you.
4. Hair
Drastic break ups call for drastic measures. A lot of women find relief to change their hair. You may look at it as a way to get rid of the "bad strands" (bad relationship). You can dye it, cut it, braid it, or straighten it. Many women result to cutting their hair for a new look, a new them. This gives them brand new confidence.
5. Room & Room Decor
Change your room around! Move your bed in an area you never had it before. Change your curtains. Throw out the rug that your ex liked. If there are any wall decorations that remind you of your ex, take them down. Buy or create new decor. if you are artistic, add your creations to decorate your room. This will give you a new found peace. Your ex will not be a constant reminder in your own living area!
6. Social Media
Change the way you interact on social media. It's okay to tweet one or two #breakup tweets but do not go overboard. If you're still friends with or follow your ex...change your profile picture on Twitter and Facebook. Let your ex know that you look good without them. Tweet / Snapchat your adventures, Facebook your future. Keep your friends and followers updated on how fun life is after a break up. This might sound so fake, but fake it if you have too. Post more selfies and full bodies. And if you love to talk and record yourself, start a YouTube channel. This will decrease stress and put your attention on something that you enjoy doing. If you like hair, do hair tutorials. Vlog times when you are out with your friends. This will take your mind off of your ex and give you something creative to do in the meantime.
7. Photos
If you have photos of your ex... delete them. What are you holding them for? Awe, just in case you guys do work out again... No! Delete the photos and videos. In a relationship, one understands there may be a lot of photos! Take time out of your day and just delete every photo, video, and gif that pertains to your ex. Once you're done, take selfies with your friends. Post a ton of photos for your ex to see how miserable their life is after the break up.
8. Gym Routine
What is a better stress reliever than the gym? Absolutely nothing. From personal experiences, the gym is a fantastic place to let a lot of tension go. Start and get in the habit of working out! Bring a friend to work out with you! Sign up for Zumba or Boxing; anything that interests you. Don't be afraid to meet new people at the gym! They are there the same reason why you are there and that's to FEEL GOOD.
9. Learn From The Relationship
Soon as the relationship is over, try to remember anything you have done that you wish you haven't done. Figure out the mistakes you made in that relationship. Life is full of lessons and this just one of them! When you establish that there were mistakes and you correct them, you would know not to make those same mistakes. This is also a confidence booster because now you know how you want to be treated in the next relationship.
10. Perfume
Dump the perfume / body spray that you wore during that relationship. You don't want to smell like bad memories. Shop for new fragrances that you like! Bath and Body Works is a beautiful place to shop for seasonal fragrances! And if some reason you run into your ex, they will notice that you move on and so did your perfume.
Breaking up is hard. Moving on is even harder; we've all been through it. The good news is if it wasn't for your bum ex, you wouldn't be able to unlock all the great features / strengths that you possess. These 10 ways is a new start for building confidence and forgetfulness. Soon you will realize that a better you attracts a better person. Now go out in the world and show the new you!
