How to move on in life? Tips to move on after a rough and difficult breakup

Breakups could turn out to be extremely stressful by bringing up complicated emotions in one’s minds. Relief, confusion, heartbreak, grief are all a part of a breakup and are perfectly normal reactions to the end of a relationship, says licensed marriage and family therapist, Katherine Parker to a media portal. Well, she has also laid out some tips and tricks to help those going through a rough breakup. Here are some self-care tips to move on after a break-up.

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How to move on after a breakup?

Establish boundaries

It becomes easier to manage if you are able to do so without crossing paths with an ex-partner after a breakup. But this might not be possible if you live in a small town or know a lot of people from the same community. You might find it difficult to completely separate your lives from your ex-partner's. Clear boundaries for future contact can help be helpful during the breakup. Licensed marriage and family therapist Katherine Parker reportedly recommends waiting between 1 and 3 months before getting back in touch with your ex, and that too only if you are interested in it.

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Prioritize self-care

Katherine Parker recommends creating a daily self-care routine after a breakup. She says you should try and do things that bring you joy, nurture you, and help you process your feelings. This includes meeting friends, having a new experience or spending time on your favourite hobby. She also suggests working out, meditation and cooking a meal for yourself. Activities like making art or music, journalling, talk to a friend or other support person might help. Try to get proper sleep, but avoid sleeping more than required. 

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Avoid using social media

According to Katherine Parker, social media is responsible for creating an environment for stalking and unhealthy fixation. She also suggests that social media could also provide a segway for passive-aggressive bullying. It is important to take some time away from social media after a breakup. It will help you as you might end up overthinking by coming across photos of your ex or photos of seemingly picture-perfect couples.

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