When a relationship has run its course, we eventually have to get over them.

But for the sake of your own well-being, it’s imperative you do.

As mental health expertKryss Shane, LMSW, explains, “The goal isn’t to be vindictive.

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The goal is to remove any reminders of someone who no longer serves your happiest life.”

Allow yourself space to fully grieve

Don’t beat yourself up for being sad or upset.

Itissad and upsetting, and you deserve to give yourself grace as you grieve.

In the throes of the pain, recognize and allow it while also recognizing that youwillget through it.

Yes, there were happy memories, sweet moments, and things you probably really loved about this person.

Those things don’t have to be discounted to understand why it ultimately didn’t work out.

“This relationship didn’t work, and it didn’t work for very real reasons.

(And P.S., if you have a pattern ofcodependent behavior, Page notesCodependents Anonymousis a great program.)

Use this time post-breakup as an opportunity to focus on your own recovery, interests,hobbies, andpassions.

It might sound awful right now, but it’s true,” she says.

FAQs:

How do you get over someone you still love?

What is the fastest way to get over someone?

Don’t give a shot to rush getting over someone; let your grief run its course.

Focus on yourself and your own interests and make a point to understand why it didn’t work out.

How to accept a breakup?

Accept a breakup by understanding and honoring why it didn’t work out.

Why are breakups so painful?