Follow these tips for getting over an ex, and you'll be feeling like your fabulous self again in no time!
Getting over a breakup is tough, especially when it's with someone you've been on and off with for a long time. But as much as you miss your ex, sometimes for your heart to mend, you need space and time to heal. Here's how to move on from your ex and make sure you never, ever get back together, for good.
Beware of the "Just Friends" Trap
When you have tons of the same classes together or share a friend group, it makes cutting ties harder. There's more pressure to fake a happy face and act like things are NBD for the sake of your crew. But remind yourself: You not only need space to move on, you deserve a break from someone who's bringing you down! Your friends will understand if you decide to skip out on a group hang he'll be at.
Trash the trash talk
No matter how upset you are that your ex let you down (again), hold back from tweeting sad song lyrics or badmouthing him at your lunch table. You don't want to come off bitter—or worse, have your words come back to haunt you! Plus, all that venting will drag down your mood and keep you from letting go of your lingering feelings. Take the high road to keep all the unnecessary drama behind you. You're way better than that anyway!
Plan an epic GNO (Girls' Night Out!)
Even if you'd so rather curl up with a pint of Ben & Jerry's and binge-watch a full season of One Tree Hill on Saturdaynight, force yourself to make plans with your girls! A strong support system will distract you from wallowing and give you a chance to focus on relationships that will last 4E&E—the ones with your besties!
Ex-proof your phone
Fact: You're going to be tempted to text your ex when little reminders of him pop up, such as a funny BuzzFeed quiz or "your song" on the radio. When your BF was practically like a BFF, moments like that become habit. Immune yourself from them with this easy trick: Replace his number with your best friend's. That way if you do slip up and text him, she'll know—and be there for you to talk stat!
Pin happy quote-spo
Create a secret board on Pinterest filled with lift-you-up life quotes, items on your break-up bucket list (a.k.a. things you can finally do now that you're BF-free!), and then invite your besties to pin stuff to it too. That way, anytime you feel an ugly cry coming on, you can scroll through inspo that will remind you of how happy you will be once you get through this.
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