to replace the lost partner and vulnerable to self-blame, loss of self-esteem, and distrust of others (Timmreck, 1990).
No easy solutions exist to decreasing the pain of a breakup. Often being good to yourself can help, taking some time to do the things that make you happy. Readjusting your schedule can be difficult, especially if your day revolved around the other person. You may feel the greatest sense of loss at just those times that you used to be together (dinnertime, bedtime). Try to find new activities and new patterns in your day. Call on your family and friends for support. As you go through the grieving process, remember: almost everyone has experienced what you are feeling at one time or another, and you will pull through.