Breakups are undeniably tough. But you shouldn't have to give up your happiness along with your relationship... that would be an *ex*treme mistake. Here are seven reasons why splitting up with your significant other might actually have been the best thing that happened to you.

1. You can find someone better

We've heard the saying time and time again: "there are plenty of fish in the sea". As cheesy as it sounds, I promise it's true. Why waste your time on someone who's no longer interested when there are so many others who are? Lose your worries and go swim with the fish!

2. You have more time to focus on yourself

Relationships are time-consuming. Now that you only have one human's needs to focus on, you can invest more energy into the things you're passionate about. Do something to better yourself. Don't spend your time being bitter, become the best person you can be- you're worth it.

3. You have more time to spend with your friends

"Rare as is true love, true friendship is rarer" — Jean De La Fontaine

Your friends are the ones who are there for you through everything, so don't take them for granted! Have a pizza party and enjoy life.

4. You have more time for literally anything

The world is your oyster! Go write a book. Go on a road trip. Take up knitting if that's your thing. The point is you now have time you didn't before, and you better not waste it!

5. You can say 'yes' when you're asked on dates

The guy in the grocery store who asked you for your number in the baked goods aisle? Go for it! The guy with the massive muscles who always lifts weights right next to you? Fair game! You no longer have to give the 'sorry, I have a boyfriend' line. Welcome to the glorious world of dating.

6. You can flirt with whoever you please

Wink wink to the guy at the gym.

7. They're not worth it

On a serious note, there is no one worth sacrificing your happiness for. Every moment you're sad is a moment you could choose to be happy instead. So shake it off and keep moving forward. C'est la vie, mes amies.