4 Ways to Heal a Broken Heart

Breakup pain is tough—anyone who's been through it knows. Whether your relationship was long or short, its end often hurts, but it's not insurmountable. After a breakup, support from friends and family is crucial, but the person who can truly help you is yourself. Here are 4 things to do to get over the pain of a breakup.

1. Don't cut ties with friends and family

One of the most important steps in healing is spending time with loved ones. Family and friends are there not just to listen to your troubles but to keep you strong. So during this time, don't distance yourself from them—do activities you enjoy together. You'll notice your mind clears and your mood lifts.

2. Treat your pain

Breakup pain isn't just a metaphor. You can treat it like physical pain. Some studies show that painkillers taken early on can also help with emotional pain.

Research also reveals that after a breakup, couples miss each other's touch deeply. Experts suggest that getting a massage can ease the pain. Even though it's not the same as your loved one's touch, it creates a positive effect and helps.

3. Don't stay friends

Staying friends with your ex after a breakup won't really help you. Especially if you see each other often—say, if you work together—getting over it can take longer.

We're not saying become enemies, but you can politely say you need space. If everything about them causes you more pain, you can also use social media to unfriend them.

4. Don't close yourself off to new love

It's hard to jump into a new relationship before you feel ready—you're right. But that doesn't mean you have to cut yourself off from dating entirely. Even if you don't want a new partner, you can join dating apps, meet new people, and chat. Flirting always helps restore your confidence.

Source: Mahmure Ozel