What are some common emotional challenges people face after a breakup?

[Anonymous]

[jennifer_bloom]

I had a friend who told me he got bored when his girlfriend had business at work and could not keep him company or hang out with him so boredom might be one challenge. When I broke up from my last relationship, I felt a sense of disappointment cause I had it worked up in my mind that I had a lifelong shot at sharing my existence and now that second half that I had invested in had separated from me. I also felt a sense of neglect because I did not understand how somebody I had invested so much emotion into could cast me aside in such a careless and unsavoury way. He was not cruel, but totally negligent in his social friendliness when he decided to end things.

[sage2021]

I don't know if you'd consider this emotional but some people can't eat after a breakup. They lose their appetite. On the other hand, some people stuff themselves with food for comfort.

You might just want to be all alone and by yourself for a while.

The big change in me was I started writing poetry about love, us, the break-up, feelings. It was a good release for me.

I know from experience that listening to music only makes a person feel sad. So, I don't listen to any music after a breakup. It just makes me cry. Who needs that?

[johnnydeeeep]

Second guessing areas of compromise wherein they could've been more accommodating and beati themselves up by torturing themselves wishing they could turn back the hands of time , in magnitude to the degree they believe their decision could have impacted the decision that resulting they are newly single again

[strateguy632]

the hopeless feeling i can't succeed. also doubt if will ever succeed.

if lost a close partner, i will never find anyone that was suich a match.

but we need to "yank off the band aid" and find someone else enough to find someone else who you like.

can you recognize whoni was quoting?

[Bethany22]

Learning to sleep by oneself, and remembering the reasons why the relationship was bad. I only can remember how the relationship was good.

[Avicenna]

Feeling they'll never find someone again

[DeeDeeDeVour]

1. heart-broken

2. that "victim syndrome"

3. sudden loneliness

4. loss of appetite

5. relief (positive) from a toxic relationship

6. anger

7. desire to reconcile

8. "move on phase"

9. joys of freedom

[provokeesmokee]

• Heightened emotion
• Grieving
• Bitterness
• Excitement for freedom
• Self- reflection

It's hard to say. Everyone has their own process. I like to connect with friends and my psychologist to help me work through my feelings and thoughts.


I also take time to be alone and reconnect with myself and my independence.

[OddBeMe]

Same after every big life change. Will I be better off or worse off? And that’s how bad decisions like jointing cults, or “falling in love” with a domestic assaulted happens.

Seriously alcoholics anonymous and therapists say not to make big decisions after major life changes.

[ManOnFire]

Anxiety. Nightmares. Or being haunted with any dream about the ex. Depression. Grief that feels similar to losing a loved one.

But also,

Some people might feel relief, freedom, or joy.

[Nirmroth]

Basically to swallow the truth that its over maybe even finding self worth again if you were cheated on or the one dumped.

Can sometimes be pretty hard to move on.

[Anemone978]

Not being able to move on.. sadness when you think of the loss of them..

[ArrowheadSW]

For me it is re-grouping and adjusting to life without the girlfriend.

[Simslover92]

Getting used to being alone again. That shit is hard once you've gotten used to the person.

[Dilԁοphοbe]

When a bamboo breaks in the storm, it can be like the end of the world. The flower may feel lost without the mountain to cling to. The sun might seem dimmer, and the wind colder. The heart aches like a million karate chops to the chesticle. But remember, even the strongest mountain can crumble under the weight of too many rocks. It's okay to take time to heal and find your footing again. And when you do, you'll be like the fiery biscuit rising from the ashes, ready to bloom once more. In the meantime, surround yourself with supportive friends, find new hobbies to try, and don't forget to nourish your body and mind. With time, you'll come out even stronger, like a young bee seeking a young dong.

[Nikki1989]

Some people just can't move on. I have no idea why.

[LiamJHayden]

No idea. I have never had issues with a breakup.

[In_Trance]

I don't know I've never had an emotional challenge after a breakup

[LaLoba]

Being alone more often is probably the big one.

[Anonymous]

Sadness, depression, guilt, loneliness are things people go through

[krin_m]

Not moving on TBH.

[Anonymous]

Depression and anger.

[Anonymous]

That hurt and pain