How do emotionally strong people deal with breakups/divorce?

Hey there, I understand that going through a breakup or a divorce can be incredibly tough, and I'm here to offer some guidance on how emotionally strong people deal with such challenging situations. Speaking from my own experiences, I remember a time when I went through a heart-wrenching breakup that left me feeling shattered and lost. But over time, I discovered a few key strategies that helped me navigate the emotional rollercoaster and emerge stronger than ever.

First and foremost, it's essential to acknowledge your emotions and allow yourself to grieve. Breakups and divorces are often accompanied by a flood of emotions, ranging from sadness and anger to confusion and loneliness. Emotionally strong individuals give themselves permission to feel these emotions without judgment. It's okay to cry, to scream, and to let it all out. In fact, embracing these emotions can be cathartic and ultimately aid in the healing process.

Secondly, building a support network is crucial. Surround yourself with people who genuinely care about you and your well-being. Whether it's close friends, family members, or even a therapist, having a support system can provide a safe space to share your feelings and receive much-needed comfort and guidance. Don't hesitate to lean on them during this challenging time.

Lastly, focus on self-care and personal growth. Engaging in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment can help in the healing process. Invest time in hobbies, exercise regularly, nourish your body with healthy food, and practice self-compassion. Emotional strength stems from taking care of yourself and learning from the experience. Remember, this is a transformative phase that can lead to newfound resilience and self-discovery.

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In summary, emotionally strong individuals tackle breakups and divorces by allowing themselves to feel their emotions, seeking support from loved ones, and prioritizing self-care. While the healing process may take time, it's important to remember that you have the strength within you to navigate through this challenging period. Stay strong, be kind to yourself, and embrace the journey of growth and healing. You're not alone in this, and brighter days are ahead!

My face hasn’t been up in this thing for a hot while so, here she be. With some cool critters for good measure. ☺️🦋❤️‍🔥🐸🐆🦦🦩 • • #adventuregirl #vscogirl #vscocam #huji #hujicam #vscoedit #vscoedits #vscofilter #shotoniphone #selfie #selfiesaturday #readytogo #adventurebound #santabarbara #santabarbarazoo #zoophotos #reclaimingmyself #longhair #longhairdontcare #selfiesofinstagram #butterflywings #butterflygirl #monarch (at Santa Barbara Zoo) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpG-MJnL-P4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Choosing To Reclaim Myself And To Keep My Heart Stubborn. I’ll Smile, Get Through, And Perhaps Even Give ‘Em A Little Hell In The Process 😉❤️‍🩹 #LifeOfAWanderingWanderer #Mood #ReclaimingMyself #GiveEmHell #ALittleConfidenceToWorkOn #FuckItWhyNot #BlueLantern #StubbornHeart #BifocalSquad https://www.instagram.com/p/CoY6RL1OdA61LS8olDslXYF5eOIIZeMxIvf2gA0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Waiting at the gates of @legolandcalifornia in antici…pation. 5 of my nieces (out of 8 total) and 2 of my nephews were in town. That’s why my face in this picture is saying, “Put down the camera, the legos await us!!!” #everythingisawesome #legoland #summerfun #ilikeyellow #summervibes #sunhat #fancyhat #sunandfun #california #family #vacationvibes #lego #retro #lifestyle #vintage #art #californiastyle #summerlooks #legoland #legolandcalifornia #reclaimingmylife #reclaimingmyself #recovery #buildingabetterme #themeparks #legofan (at LEGOLAND California) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cf4WjKgp-6w/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Took this Thursday. Trying to be more positive about myself. Trying to be myself again. #reclaimingmyhealth #reclaimingmyself #selfie #behappy #mentalhealth #eatingdisorderrecovery #journey #taketimeforyou

To know thy history is to know thyself.” ASL . . . . Indigenous, African, European. Reppin the jewelry of my blood. All I need is a piece that reflects my Southeast Asian ancestry 💕 . . . . Friends, I only know the above flows through my body through a DNA test, and while it’s a blessing, it’s not enough. I desperately long to know who my 4x great grandparents were, to know the stories of all whom have made me, to know the tribes in Africa my family hails from. One of the cruelest parts of colonization was the severing of self. The stealing of our language and history as well as our bodies. This is the case for both Indigenous and those of the African Diaspora, who were and still are forced to assimilate or die. I encourage you to reflect on that whenever you hear us described as “thugs” or once again falsely accused of being the reason we were murdered by cops. If you find it inconvenient when Indigenous peoples protest about the removal of their likeness and history from sports’ teams names or costumes, if you have a negative view of a Black person or feel the desire to buck against any terms that the Black community has created to empower and uplift one another, to fight for and build community, it’s crucial to pause and reflect. Terms like Queen, Sis, Black is Beautiful, Unapologetically Black, Black and Proud, this is how we heal and mend together the threads that were purposefully cut by Western European colonizers. These are our expressions, please don’t reduce them to pop culture slang for your enjoyment. They’re for us, and they mean so much more ✊🏾✊🏿 But please emphatically join us in saying #blacklivesmatter and #indigenouslivesmatter 💜 . . . . . . . #educateyourself #FUBU #reclaimingmyself #african #blackfeet #blackirish #british #southeastasian #westafrican #sweedish #norwegian #supportindigenouspeople #listentoblackwomen #weareone #blackfeetnation #indigenouswomen #nativejewelry #kenyanjewelry #blackartist #positivequotes #getwoke #unityindiversity #unityisbeautiful #strongertogether #bethechange #mindfullivingwithprncsslyssa (at Manhattan, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9g75HtJDFY/?igshid=8cym7edwjo5z

Remember how yesterday was such a perfect morning? Well, today, a little gremlin snuck in and took up residence in my child’s body and made him sooooo fussy. Ohmygod. . .my sanity was clinging on by a thread by the time nap time came around (in fact, I maaaay have moved nap time up by fifteen minutes. . .). You really can always tell when some type of change is going on with kids. *sigh* By the time I put B in for his nap, the LAST thing I wanted to do was my HIIT workout, but @reclaimingmyself-finally​ inspired me with one of her posts a couple of days ago, so I soldiered on, and I DO feel better for having done it! I can’t say I loved the actual exercising part, but now I’m SO glad it’s done! After a somewhat indulgent three-day weekend (my “weekend” is basically whenever the husband is off because it’s SO MUCH NICER when he’s home all day), I am feeling back on track and had a really delicious and healthy breakfast!

Thanks for all the meal suggestions, BTW! I emailed some links to the husband and C and told them to tell me their picks so I can place a curbside order for pickup this evening!

We celebrated my niece’s birthday at my mom’s house this weekend. My brother finally admitted that things with his girlfriend are awful. Apparently, she applied for and interviewed for a position in Houston (two hours away) and never even told him. She’s likely to get the job, so she casually mentioned to him the other day, “So, I’m probably getting a job in Houston and I’ll be moving out.” Then, she left to watch TV. I mean, frankly, I’m thrilled because none of us like her and she’s a real. . .witch. . .to my niece (and to my brother), but I do feel bad for him. My brother has PLENTY of issues (which I’m sure you know all about if you followed my previous blog), but he’s been working hard on himself the last year (better late than never), and it’s time he cut this toxic woman out of his life. Thankfully, I think he’s realizing that. I was talking to the husband about it later and he was like, “Yeah, I actually can’t even talk about this anymore--it’s just making me think of all the years I spent living in a house with constant tension. That must be hell on the kids.” (This woman has two kids and my brother has one.) SO TRUE. Ugh! Our home is our refuge; it’s just so peaceful here. It brought both of us renewed gratitude for each other because we’ve both experienced tense, unpleasant living situations before and we NEVER want to experience that again!

Good morning I love the notion of self love. If you don’t spend time with yourself and on yourself, you will never understand who you are! I strongly believe that if we don’t find the dynamic and beautiful attributes that we all have, we can never be happy. For example, if there is something that you don’t like about your body, spend time looking at it and discover why you don’t like it. Many times those answers are found in the fact that society has labeled certain things inferior and ugly and without realizing it, we have internalized that hatred. Spend time on yourself so you can learn to love yourself! #selflove #reclaimingmyself

Everything to gain #reclaimingmyself

It’s my face, otra vez. And one frog butt. Sorry not sorry 😘 • • #adventuregirl #vscogirl #vscocam #huji #hujicam #vscoedit #vscoedits #vscofilter #shotoniphone #selfie #selfiesaturday #readytogo #adventurebound #santabarbara #santabarbarazoo #zoophotos #reclaimingmyself #heartbreakandhealing #betterplacenow 💕 #longhair #longhairdontcare #selfiesofinstagram #amazinganimals #zoosofinstagram #selfiesaturday (at Santa Barbara Zoo) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn90turOShp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

The lovely @reclaimingmyself-finally tagged me for a SDS--she is soooo much better than me at doing this whole private blog thing!!! I need to get better, but I’m embracing the stickers thing! My phone is downstairs and I know if I leave my room to get it C is going to bug me about doing something for him, so instead have these picture of us white water rafting in Montana from my Facebook memories today! I think it’s funny that every time we do this no one ever wants to be the front two people so it has ALWAYS been the husband and me. The first time we did it, that was so intimidating, but now it’s like, “Hell yeah, we’ll be the first ones!” Lol

I absolutely love C and the husband’s faces in that second picture. That was such an amazing day. This was such a good memory to pop up today. I was feeling tired and not particularly motivated to do my workout, but then I saw these pictures and I want to be able to do these things with B when he’s old enough, so I have to stay fit and strong!

Tagging my friends @beenjen, @zerocarb​, and @losingitinvirginia​ for their gorgeous faces!