Finally, the break up is over. The process was agonizingly painful, and a bit messy at times, but it is finished. Now what? Are you going to sit around and feel sorry for yourself, or are you going to take charge of your life and move on? You are a winner, so I know you will move on. These 3 steps will jump start the rest of your like.

1) Flush The Memories Down The Toilet

Not literally, of course. However, Your first step is to get rid of all reminders of your ex. All the pictures, presents that they gave you, any clothing left behind, even music that you listened to together, letters, EVERYTHING! You don’t necessarily have to throw it all away, just get it out of sight! When a break up is over, the last thing you want to have is any reminders of what you are leaving behind. At some point it may be appropriate to bring some of them back, but not right now.

2) Get Back Together With Neglected Friends- And Network To Find New Friends

Inevitably, during the course of a relationship, we tend to lose touch with some of our friends. Now that your break up is over, it is the perfect time to re-connect with them. You will find a wonderful support system with your old friends, and it should be easy to pick up where you left off. Get out and meet people. Not necessarily for dating purposes, but to bolster your self esteem. You will find that MANY people consider you good company and fun to be with. If you used to be active in your church, after a break up is over can be the perfect time to go back and participate.

3) Take Up New Hobbies Or Learn New Skills

Generally speaking, most of us tend to stagnate mentally during a bad relationship. After the break up is over is a great time to stimulate yourself mentally. Going back to school to learn a new skill can be a huge boost to your overall outlook on life. It is important to create an inner feeling of moving forward, and participating in a hobby can do just that.

The key is to learn from the past, and create a vision toward the future. You may feel as if you need counseling. GO FOR It! Whatever it takes to heal. If counseling is not an option, you may want to follow a relationship guide written by a trusted professional. For now, just be thrilled that your break up is over!

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Author: John LaHooch
Article Source: EzineArticles.com
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