How to Deal With Heartache

Lost love is agonizing. When we lose at love, we feel not only heartache but a deep sense of loss, as if part of our heart has been removed. The emotional pain of heartache strikes deep and creates profound grief for a time. Dealing with heartache begins with coping with the sense of loss.

Instructions

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  Start by determining the immediate cause of the heartache. Think about whether the breakup of the relationship was caused by a specific issue. Understanding the catalyst for the heartache leads to healing.

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  Focus on the present. Reliving the past is not a healthy coping mechanism. It's important to remember the root of the heartache, but don't dwell on events of the past.

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  Get the proper amount of sleep, so you don't become overly tired. It's far too easy to become exhausted and exhaustion increases the severity of heartache.

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  Visit a relationship counselor or mental health professional. Heartache can broaden into a general depression. Seeking professional help speeds recovery and helps keep heartache from growing worse.

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  Take your time entering new relationships. There's no hurry to find another person to date. The new love of your life should come naturally and cannot be forced.