Sunday, December 21, 2008

How To Get Through The Holidays After A Breakup

By Rachel Davis

If you're going through a breakup, the holidays are probably looking pretty bleak right now. You might even be tempted to crawl into bed and stay there until after New Years. I don't blame you. After all, who wants to explain to Uncle Fred and Aunt Bertie why you came to Christmas dinner all by yourself?

Right now, there's probably just one thing on your mind... getting your ex back. If that's the case, keep reading. Here are some tips to help you get through the holidays and back on your feet again.

The first thing to do is watch your attitude. Don't spend your days feeling sorry for yourself. Sure, you feel sad and lonely. But by focusing on things that you can control, you'll come out of this a stronger and happier person.

Think of this as a time to focus on yourself for a change. You've probably had less time to spend with friends than you use to. Now is your chance to reconnect. This doesn't mean going on and on about the breakup. It means going out and having fun. You need to relax, be with people who care about you, and just forget about the past for now.

What about your appearance? Are you happy with it? It could be time to try a new hairstyle. Why not spend the day trying on new outfits. Update your wardrobe a little. Don't do it to try to win your ex back... this is the time to do it for YOU.

Think about something you've always wanted to do, and then decide to take action. This could be traveling to Spain, learning how to golf, or taking up photography. Whatever it is, sit down and create a plan.

Take that first small step. Pick up a travel brochure to your dream destination, or buy a course to learn the language. Check out a book at the library on the subject. If you need lessons, get yourself signed up.

These are the type of things that will help bring that sparkle back into your eyes. They'll make you feel stronger and stand a little taller. By shifting your focus away from your ex and your relationship, you'll discover that you really are going to be all right. And you never know... your Christmas wish just might come true after all!

So instead of wallowing in self-pity, pull yourself up and take charge. Work on becoming a better you, and you may find your ex is a little more interested than you expected. - 16463

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