How do I deal with my lovesickness?
What can I do about heartbreak? I'm dealing with heartbreak and need your help for my broken heart. My girlfriend broke up with me after three years. She was my very first girlfriend, and I've known her since childhood. I'm still in love with her and just feel terrible and empty. How can I best cope with heartbreak? Can you give me some tips that have helped you deal with heartbreak?
There's unfortunately no universal remedy for heartbreak. Nevertheless, here's how you can cope with your heartache and overcome the pain of separation: finally draw the line and start afresh! It's important to cut off all contact with your ex-partner. Mourning is essential for healing and moving on, so it's okay to feel heartbroken during this phase. To emerge from this phase, it's crucial to have supportive friends who remind you that you're amazing even without your ex. Embrace new experiences, keep your eyes open, and don't isolate yourself from your surroundings. This is essential to avoid constant rumination about your past relationship. Redirect your thoughts. And if you're honest with yourself, surely not everything was perfect in your last relationship ;) So, also consider the negative aspects—it will surely help you overcome your heartbreak.
Have you ever thought about leaving it all behind and traveling somewhere you really like? It could be a weekend getaway to a great city or a trip to the seaside. Being in a new environment will surely take your mind off things and make you feel better right away. It definitely helps with your heartache, I've tried it myself ;)
Just look at the positive side. Finally, you can do whatever you want without anyone interfering :) Go out with your friends and have a blast. Enjoy the freedom and the single life. You can now spend all night in the club without your girlfriend nagging you. And hey, maybe you'll notice some cute girls there while partying, whom you might want to go out with later. Flirt in everyday life, approach beautiful women, and exchange phone numbers with them or let someone set you up. In any case, you should soon find a new girlfriend, as that's the fastest way to overcome heartbreak.
What you can do against lovesickness. Focus on your future. Your ex-girlfriend is now in the past, as she herself has decided. Do something meaningful, be diligent (in school, work, or profession), and don't let yourself go, as it will only harm you. Also, make new plans for your future. Maybe trying out a new sport will help you too. This way, you'll get a new sense of your body and feel better immediately. In addition, you'll also reduce the pain of separation, become balanced again, and do something for your health.
First of all, you should take some time to get over the breakup. It may take a while. Try to avoid your ex-girlfriend because you're not ready for that yet. Get rid of all the mementos of her, as the memories will bring you down.
You should also talk to your friends about the breakup. They know you well, will surely understand your situation, and will help cheer you up and provide comfort.