Let your emotions out

Anger and sadness are negative emotions; if you don't release negative emotions, they can eat you up inside. You have to find a positive outlet for your negative emotions. If you can manage to get rid of them as they come to the surface, you'll have a better chance of getting over a breakup much faster. By talking to close friends, co-workers, and family you'll be able to prevent the negative feelings from taking root inside of you. Talking them out can help tremendously. If you can’t bring yourself to discuss your emotions with anyone, I have found that having a hobby is a really good outlet for releasing pent up emotions. You can paint, write, or even an outdoor sport of sorts. Sports such as tennis, baseball or boxing can help release any aggression you might have and are productive ways to stay healthy.

Accept the situation

Getting over a breakup also requires acceptance of what happened. As you start to recover, you will learn to accept that your relationship is now history. However, this acceptance may come harder and later than easier and sooner. It's important to realize that you can't rush this part of the process. It will take some time and some work. You don’t need to forget them or the memories that w ere created, after all I’m sure they helped form who you are today. You do however need to realize that maybe they weren’t the right person for you. Always remember that your happiness is worth more than being with someone who doesn’t add to that happiness.

Stay busy

Part of getting over a breakup will mean that you have to take your mind off the breakup. Make sure you keep focused on your important daily tasks. If you've always wanted to take an art class, then do it. If you've always talked about taking up tennis, then start. Maybe you always wanted to get a black belt in martial arts. Whatever new activity or sport that you can take up, now is a good time to do it. Keeping your mind and body busy will ensure you have less time to think of what happened; and eventually you won’t have to distract yourself from them. Eventually they will be a distant memory and only a small chapter in your book.

Spend time with friends

Depending on the type of sport or activity, you want to partake in; you'll also be able to meet new people. Most people while in a relationship sacrifice their social life. Now, you don't have the burden of the relationship anymore. Hang out with the new people you meet, or call up old friends you haven't seen in a while. By doing this, you'll be able to help fill some of the “void” you may be feeling now that your relationship is over.

Keeping an open mind, understanding, patience, and time are the key factors in getting over a breakup. It is hard to move on but you have to; unless you want to become a hermit as you forever mourn your unsuccessful romantic relationship. Instead, why don’t you just think of it as a blessing in disguise? If the relationship fails, it only means that it is one of life’s trials that prepares you to become a better partner for someone who really deserves you.

Tips to keep in mind

• Not every relationship is meant to last forever
• Make sure to create time for friends and new relationships
• Let your emotions out but don’t let them consume you
• Hone new talents and keep yourself busy
• Pick up an active lifestyle to help stay mentally and physically healthy



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