Break ups--What's the deal!?

I've been in love before, and for those of you who have actually been in love, I think you can admit that you never lose love for someone you've been in love with. Getting over a breakup, especially if it was a bad one, is one of the hardest obstacles to overcome. There are so many unanswered questions, so much confusion, frustration, hurt, and the list goes on depending on the circumstances. Love can make you do some crazy things. You turn your back on everyone you love for this one person who means the world to you. What's a real heart breaker though, is when someone meant the world to you and you find out you meant absolutely nothing to them.

So, what's the cure for a heart ache? Truth is, there is no quick fix. If you really love someone there's no easy way to just up and forget they existed. Best thing for YOU to do is cut off all forms of communication from them (including facebook, twitter, email, etc.) Try focusing your time on other things, if you're a student you'll find that you have a lot more time on your hands study! Trust me, making better grades really makes you feel accomplished and confirms that life does go on without them. Spend more time with friends--preferably ones who understand why you feel the way you do. Anytime you find yourself thinking about your ex, do something to take your mind off of it. Having a hobby is good for this.

I believe time really does soothe a broken heart. But...try not to jump into another relationship too fast. Especially if your last one ended because they cheated, lied, deserted you...basically if you were betrayed. It's perfectly fine to date, but you have to heal your broken heart before you can truly open up and love again. Keep your options as open as possible! When you're ready to settle down again, you'll definitely know. Getting used to being single, and the dating world is hard. But once you get the hang of it you'll learn so much about yourself. Lord knows I have. Even taking a break from dating altogether could be good for you. It's just about figuring out what works for you. In the meantime...enjoy being single! Enjoy getting to know yourself all over again. Enjoy making yourself happy! If you're happy and you know it then your life will surely show it! Once you achieve that, love won't have a problem finding you.