“Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” is not just a hit song from the 1960s, it
is a fact. Anyone who has gone through a break up knows that a broken
heart can be difficult to mend. This universal emotional response to the
sudden, unexpected or unwanted loss of love is often characterized
by an intense longing, hurt and/or desire for an ex or unrequited love.
And it can hurt like hell. For some, it feels like their whole world is
caving in on them. And in many cases, because the pain is so great and
the path to mending it seems so daunting, people avoid healing their
broken heart. This avoidance can lead to many unwanted side effects
including but not limited to greater internal conflict, complicated
emotional responses, withdrawal and difficulty in future relationships.
So, how do you heal a broken heart? Here are a few tips I have picked
up in my training, clinical experiences and late night calls with
girlfriends and family members.
Take Your Time
