Posted by Suzi Fox on June 2, 2012 - 10:16am
When love is in the air, life seems to be brimming with possibility, positivity and playfulness.
Life takes on a whole new meaning when we have fallen in love, but what happens to our world when there is trouble in paradise? What do we do when we get dumped and are left holding two tickets to that great event and now we're single...again? Here are three steps to handling heartbreak that you can implement today!
Get Out of Town
When we have been broadsided with a break up we often want to hide or die. Those inclinations are primal in nature because we are hemorrhaging emotionally and we need to get away from the source of our pain to lick our wounds and heal. This is the perfect time to gather your closest friends and do a road trip. Go on an adventure and do something new whether it be a beach across the border or a hike in the mountains get away to remind yourself that it is possible to enjoy life without your ex.
Talk to Someone
The end of a romance does not mean the end of reminders about that relationship. Prepare yourself to experience triggers that will sting. Their favorite song, your last meal at that great little restaurant, certain smells, sounds and sayings. Have a close confidant who will be willing to take your midnight calls, meet over lunch or just remind you that you are going to get through this season of loss.
Focus on the New
The end of a romance is not the end of the world although it feels like it at the time. The end of a love relationship is not the end of you, so consider this a time of new beginnings. Focus on improving yourself! Join a gym, exercise group, club or new activity you always wanted to do. As you embrace the new you will discover that you will be more adept at letting go of the pain and the past.
Heartbreaks are never easy. Breaking up is hard to do, but with the right steps you can
focus on the positive, push past the pain and apprehend your future with confidence. There are lots of great people who are out there waiting to meet you. What are you waiting for?
To Read More Articles by Suzi Fox on Sex & Relationships go to:
http://www.examiner.com/sex-and-relationships-in-los-angeles/suzi-fox
Life takes on a whole new meaning when we have fallen in love, but what happens to our world when there is trouble in paradise? What do we do when we get dumped and are left holding two tickets to that great event and now we're single...again? Here are three steps to handling heartbreak that you can implement today!
Get Out of Town
When we have been broadsided with a break up we often want to hide or die. Those inclinations are primal in nature because we are hemorrhaging emotionally and we need to get away from the source of our pain to lick our wounds and heal. This is the perfect time to gather your closest friends and do a road trip. Go on an adventure and do something new whether it be a beach across the border or a hike in the mountains get away to remind yourself that it is possible to enjoy life without your ex.
Talk to Someone
The end of a romance does not mean the end of reminders about that relationship. Prepare yourself to experience triggers that will sting. Their favorite song, your last meal at that great little restaurant, certain smells, sounds and sayings. Have a close confidant who will be willing to take your midnight calls, meet over lunch or just remind you that you are going to get through this season of loss.
Focus on the New
The end of a romance is not the end of the world although it feels like it at the time. The end of a love relationship is not the end of you, so consider this a time of new beginnings. Focus on improving yourself! Join a gym, exercise group, club or new activity you always wanted to do. As you embrace the new you will discover that you will be more adept at letting go of the pain and the past.
Heartbreaks are never easy. Breaking up is hard to do, but with the right steps you can
focus on the positive, push past the pain and apprehend your future with confidence. There are lots of great people who are out there waiting to meet you. What are you waiting for?
To Read More Articles by Suzi Fox on Sex & Relationships go to:
http://www.examiner.com/sex-and-relationships-in-los-angeles/suzi-fox
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