2022 has officially begun and valentine\u2019s day is fast approaching. This is one of the most exciting holidays for couples because it reminds them of the special bond they have.<\/p>\n
While couples look forward to expressing their love for each other this February, it can be a dreadful holiday if you\u2019re going through a heartbreak. It\u2019s so hard to recover while everyone else is preparing to celebrate.<\/p>\n
If this is you, don\u2019t lose hope. This is how you can still stay happy while going through a heartbreak this season:<\/p>\n
Being in denial and holding on to a relationship that is already over will keep you miserable. There is a stage in the healing process where you feel like there is a chance that your relationship isn\u2019t completely over when in reality it is never going to be the same again.<\/p>\n
Allow yourself to experience all the emotions you are feeling, focus on recovering from the heartbreak and don\u2019t drown yourself in the fear of being alone on valentine\u2019s day.<\/p>\n
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- Give yourself the love you need<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
As much as February is the month of love for couples, you can choose to show some self-love too. During a breakup people tend to let go of themselves and there is usually that feeling of a void, which can only be filled by self-appreciation.<\/p>\n
You can buy yourself a bouquet of flowers, take yourself out for lunch or even go for a walk in the park while you heal. Remember that you shouldn\u2019t seek validation from your ex or someone else especially while you are working on you.<\/p>\n
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\u00a0Use this period to teach yourself self love<\/strong> (Photo: Courtesy)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Going through a heartbreak is no joke. There are actually studies that show you can literally die from a condition called \u2018Broken Heart Syndrome\u2019 that is triggered by periods of stress.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed emotionally after a heartbreak, you could benefit from therapy or counselling sessions.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t feel embarrassed to admit you need to talk to someone because your mental health is important.<\/p>\n
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- Organize a girl\u2019s day out<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Keeping your friends close while you are going through a tough time will help you feel much better.<\/p>\n
You can plan a single\u2019s valentines for you and your girls where you can just have fun and forget some of the issues you are dealing with.<\/p>\n
This will help you open up to each other and it\u2019s a great way to bond as well.<\/p>\n
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- Ignore the valentine\u2019s day pressure<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Being single on valentine\u2019s day can be a heartbreaking experience in itself. You are constantly blasted with couples\u2019 photos everywhere you look which can make you consider temporarily dating someone to get over the fear of missing out.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s even harder when you are recovering from a broken relationship because it\u2019s that day that painfully reminds you of a relationship that didn\u2019t work out.<\/p>\n
While you are working on yourself, try and avoid social media because this can trigger those painful emotions. Also, don\u2019t let the pressure of being with someone on valentine\u2019s day overwhelm you. Just give yourself time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Source: The Standard Media Kenya<\/a> <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Ignore the valentine\u2019s day pressure<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Organize a girl\u2019s day out<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n