How do you keep feelings from rushing back in?

Question

I broke up with my boyfriend who was also a good friend of mine. But I just can’t seem to get over him. I have seen him here and there and never spoken to him, but I’m almost positive he could hear the thundering of my heart! I need to get over this, I need to get over him, and just when I think I’m rid of him…I’ll see him and the feelings will come rushing back! Help!

Answer 1

You need to give it time. It is understandable that the feelings will not immediately go away but the relationship is not going to work and you need to accept that. It will be hard and will hurt but you might want to avoid situations when you know you might see this person. It is something that can help you move on and that is what you need.