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So You Broke Up, Now What?

Handling Heartbreak 101

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So You Broke Up, Now What?
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Unfortunately, relationships fall apart. It may or may not have been you that ended the relationship, but either way, you feel pain and heartache. Feel those feelings girl. You are not alone here. Most people have gone through this at least once, if not twice, maybe even more than that! In just five simple steps, you'll be on the road to recovery.

Step one: Cut him off

If you really want to start getting over him, you need to cut all ties with him. No texting or calling. No social media stalking. In fact, just unfollow/unfriend him on every social media platform. Out of sight, out of mind.

Step two: Give yourself time to grieve the breakup

Yes, it is OK to lay in bed and cry for a day or two. Call your mom and sob. Play sad songs. Eat a box of chocolate and drink a bottle of wine. This is normal.

Step three: Get out of the house

OK now get out of bed, put on a dress and heels, and go out with your girlfriends. They're more fun than boyfriends are anyway! Let loose and have fun. You need this right now. Sitting in your house alone is the worst thing for you at this point. Start distracting yourself from your own negative thoughts.

Step four: Talk to your friends

When you're feeling upset about your breakup, talk to your friends. That is what they're there for. Odds are, they've come to you for a similar reason before. Don't worry about being annoying, they understand. Do not bottle up your feelings. It helps to let it out.

Step five: Just remember, you will be OK

It takes time to heal from a heartbreak. You will be OK. You'll have days where you think that you won't make it out of this heartbreak, but you will. Time heals all wounds, and everything happens for a reason. Have a positive outlook. You weren't meant to be with him and someone will come along that will treat you the way you deserve to be treated. Don't look for a replacement right away. Let yourself heal, work on being your own person, and then one day you will love again.

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