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How To Bounce Back From Heartbreak

Ways to love yourself again

By Lory FarranPublished about a year ago 3 min read
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Introduction:

If you've recently gone through a breakup, you're probably feeling a range of intense emotions: sadness, anger, confusion, loneliness, and perhaps even relief.

Heartbreak is one of the most painful experiences we can go through in life but it is also an experience that can help us grow and learn about ourselves.

It can be difficult to see the silver lining when you're in the midst of a breakup, but with time and healing, you will start to see that heartbreak can be an opportunity for growth.

Here are a few tips on how to bounce back from heartbreak:

1. Grieve

Give yourself time to grieve. 

It's important to allow yourself to feel all the emotions you're experiencing, whether they are anger, sadness, regret, or relief.

Cry if you need to, but don't dwell on the negatives.

2. Take some time for yourself

It is important to give yourself time to grieve and heal. 

It's simple to neglect your own needs while you're experiencing heartbreak.

However, sorrow physically exhausts you as much as it does emotionally.

The same brain circuits are used to process both physical and emotional pain.

Exercise, meditation, and deep breathing are all effective energy-saving techniques. 

Don't punish yourself for it though. 

Simply trying to eat and remain hydrated may make a big difference.

One day at a time, take it slowly.

3. Lean on your support system

Whether it is your friends, family, or a therapist, it is important to have people you can talk to about your experience.

These people can offer you support and help you to see things from a different perspective.

4. Go outdoors

Spending even 2 hours a week outside has been shown to benefit both your physical and emotional well-being. 

It would be fantastic if you could visit some stunning landscapes.

Even routine neighborhood strolls might be beneficial.

Art by Chie Yoshi

5. Try a positive activity

Scheduling moments that bring you joy is vital for healing a broken heart.

6. Seek professional help

It's crucial to express your emotions to other people rather than numbing yourself. 

It's easier said than done, I know, but it's quite OK to require some more assistance.

A mental health expert can assist you if you realize that your sorrow is too much for you to handle on your own.

Your ability to learn new coping mechanisms can improve after just two or three sessions.

7. Do not try to numb the pain

Numbing the pain would only enhance it.

Consider allocating 10 to 15 minutes every day for you to notice and experience your melancholy.

If you pay close attention to it, you can notice that it appears less and less during the day.

8. Practice self-love

Self-compassion entails loving and respecting oneself without passing judgment on who you are.

Consider how you would assist a close friend or member of your family who was struggling. 

How would you respond to them? How may you demonstrate your concern?

Apply the same solutions to yourself.

9. Connect with yourself

You could feel a bit confused about yourself and who you are after experiencing a significant loss or shift.

This can be accomplished through engaging in physical activity, spending time outside, or connecting with your spiritual and philosophical views.

Create, and express yourself - it's the best medicine for healing!

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Conclusion:

Heartbreak is never easy, but it is possible to Bounce Back.

First and foremost, it is important to love yourself. 

This means taking the time to heal and exploring what truly makes you happy.

Secondly, do not settle for anything less than what you deserve. 

When you know your worth, it will be easier to find happiness again.

Finally, remember that it is okay to be single. This time can be used to focus on yourself

Everyone experiences grief differently, and it doesn't follow a schedule. Stay away from phrases like "I should be moving on by now," and give yourself as much time as you require to recover.

You Got This!!!

Thank you…

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About the Creator

Lory Farran

I am a mother of beautiful twins, a musician, a blog writer, and a video creator.

My artistic side plays an important role in everything I do.

I write about the things that move me.

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