Long-Term Relationship

Why Is It So Emotionally Difficult to Get Back into The Dating World After Coming Out of a Long-Term Relationship?

 Coming out of a long-term relationship causes feelings of loneliness, sadness, anger, guilt, and resentment. As a result, you may find it difficult to form a romantic relationship.

How Should You Emotionally PrepareYourself for A First Date After This Long Break?

  • Stay connected to your loved ones
  • Do activities you enjoy
  • Read healing books
  • Take care of your body (eat well-balanced meals, exercise, and get enough sleep)

What Recommendations Do You Have for Handling the Nerves?

If reading books is your thing, I strongly recommend;

  • The Mastery of Love
  • Break-up Boss
  • Heart Healing: The Power of Forgiveness to Heal A Broken Heart
  • Connect: How to Love and Accept Yourself After a Divorce

 

Julia Davis

Mental health expert
MS, University of Latvia

I am deeply convinced that each patient needs a unique, individual approach. Therefore, I use different psychotherapy methods in my work. During my studies, I discovered an in-depth interest in people as a whole and the belief in the inseparability of mind and body, and the importance of emotional health in physical health. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (a big fan of thrillers) and going on hikes.

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