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Top tips for dealing with a break up

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Mondaybluez · 10/08/2025 15:16

So me and my sister were talking about how we both deal with relationships ending so so differently she gets on with it quicker and bounces much better than I do...I fall apart and dread it and cry alot...

What are your top tips for moving past the pain of a breakup or a relationship coming to a end?

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YetanotherNC25 · 10/08/2025 16:03

There’s nothing wrong with giving yourself time to cry and process what’s happened, that’s perfectly normal. But dwelling on it for too long isn’t always helpful. I find a mix of time for myself and keeping busy works best. Seeing friends and family, going to the gym, getting out for walks in the fresh air, reading etc all work for me to give me a focus. When you’re ready to stop grieving the end of a relationship you’ll know and feel much better. Time is a great healer.

Havingasmashingtime · 10/08/2025 16:22

Create a list of all the persons bad points or what they didn’t do.
then ask chat gpt to write you a nice long speech about why they are not worth your time.
then read it every time you feel you are missing them to remind you why you shouldn’t be together

Mondaybluez · 11/08/2025 17:30

Havingasmashingtime · 10/08/2025 16:22

Create a list of all the persons bad points or what they didn’t do.
then ask chat gpt to write you a nice long speech about why they are not worth your time.
then read it every time you feel you are missing them to remind you why you shouldn’t be together

Love this one

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AreWeThereYet69 · 16/11/2025 19:15

Yes, totally agree with @Havingasmashingtime
Everytime you think about them, remember the things you didnt like or enjoy. Remind yourself of the times they let you down or hurt you.
Then focus on the things you want to focus on, new hobbies or developing friendships.
And write it down and read it when you're feeling upset.
Dont allow yourself romanticise their good points. Focus on the bits that didn't make you happy.
And journal. Write down how you're feeling and hopefully you'll see how you're getting over them week by week.
There will be waves of sadness but that's ok, they pass

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