Wednesday, 18 May 2011
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A Laundry List of Happy Things
In my opinion, the best way to fight breakup blues is to be as active as possible.So here's a list of ideas:
- Simple: hanging out with friends, especially friends you haven't seen in a while. DON'T talk about the relationship (although you should get that done first), but do go laser-tagging, or to amusement parks, etc.
- Throwing a yard sale. Sounds silly, but it keeps you busy, gets rid of your junk, helps you meet new people, gives you an excuse and reason to tidy up, and lastly, makes you money! If you do it with some friends and sell cookies on the side, it's really fun.
- Getting a pet. Of course, not many people have this resource, but if it's possible, a loved furry one is a huge mood booster!
- Working out. This one should've been at the top of the list. It will make you active, give you endorphins, help you get better in shape and make you feel really great about yourself!
- Starting a new project. Mine is making a tweenbot. Yours might a be photography project, or learning how to cook. Taking a class with a friend...etc.
- Starting over new. Getting a new wardrobe, getting a new haircut. Trying a more daring look.
- Writing in a journal. Writing in journals or blogs tend to help me get to the bottom of my feelings. When I write, I can't just write what I feel; I also have to write and work until I have the solution to why I feel this way and how I can feel better. Doing this helps me feel like I'm moving forward and learning.
- Just reminding yourself that you are above all of this pain. It's normal to feel it, but it's also okay to realize that you deserve to be happy. One day this pain will be gone, so just grit your teeth and walk it out, as if you've just hit your funny bone.
Do you have any activities you do to feel better after a breakup?
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I definitely agree with the exercising and getting a pet thing. My last breakup really took a toll on me, and it was just perfect timing that this dog decided that I was going to rescue it. He's a big puppy and was always so loving all the time. He would sleep in my bed with me to take my ex's place, and would demand that I walk him every few hours. Sometimes you just need something or somebody who loves you endlessly no matter what to make you realize that things aren't that bad after all. And nothing made me feel better than coming home to big sloppy dog-kisses after a hard day at work.
The one thing though that really helps me get over any breakup, is just taking the time to do things by myself. I'm a woman of solitude, I like my space, and I like having time to spend doing whatever I want to do, without having to worry about entertaining other people. I find myself in coffee shops reading books, going for long drives, and singing in my car or room as loud as I want!! In between relationships, I make time to evaluate myself, do things I wanted to do but haven't, and overall make peace with myself before I dive head-first into another relationship.
These are great tips, all so positive. I especially like the garage sale idea. I planned one as a fundraiser one year for a theatre I was apart of and it was a lot of fun and we raised a good amount of money.
I'm in a relationship but still want a pet. I'm kinda lonely. xD
A garage sale would be good to do... especially if your life is feeling cluttered and you could use some extra money too. =p