“How To Cope With the Pain of a Breakup”

No one likes to think about the possibility of a relationship ending in a break up. It’s heartbreaking to imagine, but unfortunately, it’s something that most people have to experience at some point. When it does happen, the pain of being left can be unbearable and all-consuming. While it may be tempting to find solace in a shoulder to cry on or attempt to find comfort, if you truly want to move on and start the healing process, it’s important to find a healthy way to deal with the pain that you’re feeling.

One of the first steps in healing from a breakup is to accept and acknowledge the pain you are experiencing. Trying to bottle up and suppress your emotions is not a healthy option. Instead, let yourself feel whatever comes up without judgment or resistance. The key is to stay in the moment and just be with your feelings without getting lost in them.

Talking about your experience can be helpful as well. Venting to a friend, family member, therapist or mentor can be very beneficial, as long as it’s done in a constructive and healthy way. Letting out your thoughts and feelings can help you get them out of your head and help you gain some clarity on the situation.

If talking is not your thing, there are plenty of other outlets that you can use to express yourself and get through your pain. Writing, drawing, or any other creative outlets are great ways to express and release the feelings you’re experiencing. Making a journal or vision board dedicated to your thoughts, feelings, and wishes is also helpful.

No matter how painful, healing is possible after a break up. There is no time limit to healing and sometimes, it just takes time to truly let go and start to heal. To get through the hurt, stay focused on self-care and use it as a way to channel and cope with your pain. When done in a healthy way, this process will eventually help you get through the hurt and start to move on.