10 Simple Ways to Get Over Your Ex Boyfriend or Girlfriend

Breakups and ceasing all contact, thinking, and fixation with the ex are arguably among the most difficult aspects of dating. At times, it seems as if you’ll never be able to stop thinking about them. Worse, you start worrying over their life without you, who they could be seeing now, and if you’ll ever get back together. Here’s what you should do if this describes you.

1. Take a break from social media for a couple of weeks while you allow yourself to grieve and heal. This will help prevent you from posting any regrettable posts fueled by your sad broken heart. Because social media has made it more difficult for women to quit obsessing over a partner, Toni Coleman, a psychologist and relationship counselor, suggests unfriending someone, at least until you are over them, or making a vow not to check their page. “You should also be cautious of shared friend pages/posts where you can see images and hear things about the ex and potentially the new person they are seeing.”
2. Get rid of any reminders around the house of your ex. These might include tiny, inexpensive presents and souvenirs, notes and letters, and even clothing that formerly belonged to the ex. “These are all reminders that might elicit powerful emotions and memories, which can lead to obsession,” Coleman explains.
3. Avoid places you may run…