No matter how long you’ve been in a
relationship with someone, breaking up is never easy to do. Like the
song says, “breaking up is hard to do” and when your past lover becomes
your ex, it’s not an easy time to navigate — no matter how many times
you’ve been there.
It’s not uncommon for us to want to hold on to
what we had, but if you’re looking to move forward and not be stuck,
there are some good ways you can help yourself get over an ex, and you
just have to be willing to go there.
Click through to read 10 good ways to get over your ex after a breakup:
Breaking up is never easy to do, but you can make it easier on yourself by following these 10 smart tricks.
Allow Yourself the Time
Feeling sad is normal and okay after a breakup, and allowing yourself that space to feel it and grieve is healthy and normal.
Don’t Contact Your Ex
No late night "I miss you calls" or "accidentally" bumping into them. Breaking off contact will be easier for both of you.
Break Up On Social Media
And stop stalking them! With social media and the way we're all so connected now, it would be too easy to check in on their profile and "stalk" what they're up do. Don't do that to yourself.
Frame the Positives
Granted, it may not have been roses, especially since you're no longer together, but framing the positives about your relationship can help you move forward in a much healthier way.
Start Working Out
Work out for you -- not to look better so your ex feels bad about the breakup. Those endorphins that run through your body during a workout can do a world of good for your heart.
Don’t Jump Into Bed With Them
It may be tempting to keep your intimate relationship going or jump back in for "one last go," but that's not smart for either of you! Don't go there and it will be easier on you.
Out of Sight, Out of Mind
While it may be hard to get rid of all the things that remind you of your ex, at least put them away where you can't see them all the time. It will help you move a long much more easily.
Don’t Jump Into a New Relationship
It might feel good to be in a new relationship, but until you've given yourself the space to get over your last one, you'll likely carry baggage over into your new relationship, which is not a good idea.
Stay Busy
Keep your mind off of it and don't just sit around and mope. Go meet new people, try something new and it will help keep your spirits high.
Seek Support From Your Friends
Friends can heal a heart like no other. Hang out with your friends and other people who make you feel better generally about life and you'll start to feel better and forget your ex.
By Devan McGuinness
