Did your heart just break? 5 tips to get over a heartbreak

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• Apr 26, 2023 | Kabir Chakraborty

"Taking up a new activity will be extremely beneficial. "It would help fill the void," Aanchal remarked. There are numerous activities available to you, ranging from painting, dance, reading, and pottery to gardening and knitting. The goal is to keep yourself occupied during the time you would normally spend with your ex.

Digital Desk: Breakups might be difficult, but they don't have to break
you! While you binge-eat ice cream, listen to sad songs on repeat, and cry while
looking at priceless images of good moments with your ex to break out of the
'dukh dard peeda' mindset, it is time to realise that none of this is going to
help! Sure, all of this may temporarily soothe your shattered heart, but
getting over a breakup will require a little more effort.

color:black">With the correct mindset and a few practical tips, you can come
out stronger and happier. We went out to Aanchal Narang, a professional
psychologist and creator of Another Light Counselling, who gave some practical
advice for getting over a breakup to help you get through this difficult
period. Are you ready for some no-nonsense gyaan to help you get over your
breakup blues? Continue reading!

But first and foremost!
"Be aware that you will feel empty, and that is completely normal,"
Aanchal advises. The loss of that important person in your life is likely to
leave you feeling overwhelmed and emotional, and it will take some time for you
to recover. But don't give up and try these suggestions.

"Taking up a new activity will be extremely
beneficial. "It would help fill the void," Aanchal remarked. There
are numerous activities available to you, ranging from painting, dance,
reading, and pottery to gardening and knitting. The goal is to keep yourself
occupied during the time you would normally spend with your ex.

"If
you can manage to pick up 2-3 hobbies during the day, it will make you feel
wholesome," she continued. It's time to hit the refresh button in life
and indulge in new hobbies or interests.

color:black">MAKE NEW FRIENDS

color:black">Getting back into a relationship straight after a breakup may not
be the ideal choice, but making new acquaintances and meeting new people would
likely help you deal with the breakup, according to the Mumbai-based
psychologist.

color:black">MEALS SHOULD BE REGULARISED

"When we are emotionally
overwhelmed (and breakups can be emotionally overwhelming), we are more likely
to overeat or starve ourselves," said Aanchal, adding that the best method
to deal with a breakup is to consume regular meals at regular intervals,
regardless of whether you feel like eating or not. "Keep yourself hydrated
as well," she cautioned.

color:black">"When we are hungry or overeat, we tend to become more sad
and anxious." So, regularising our meals and water consumption would
definitely make us feel less overwhelmed," she added.

color:black">TAKE A VACATION

Sometimes all you need is
a little break to regain clarity and the will to move forward. A trip or taking
time off, according to Aanchal Narang, would help you clear your mind.
"All you need is time apart from another person who has broken your
heart," she added.

FRIENDS TO THE RESCUE

Another key
factor in getting over that person is surrounding yourself with friends who
will listen to you and support you. It is essential to express your emotions
and be surrounded by individuals who care about you. "It would be
difficult to spend too much time alone. Allow yourself some alone time, but not
so much that you feel alienated or as if no one cares about you," Aanchal
said.