How to Move On After a Breakup, According to a Psychologist

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Breakups are messy, confusing, and hurtful, and they can make you feel a little crazy. You find yourself replaying old conversations in your head, wondering if you could’ve done something differently or maybe changed the outcome. You think you feel fine one minute, and then you’re breaking down the next. We’ve all been there. But none of those feelings categorize you as crazy—not even a little. I spoke to a clinical psychologist to confirm it. Psychologists say these experiences are not only normal but part of how we process emotional loss when we’re learning how to move on after a breakup.

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The end of a relationship can feel disorienting and devastating, but it also opens up a world of opportunity for personal reflection, healing, and growth. With that in mind, I asked Dr. Sabrina Romanoff, a Harvard-trained clinical psychologist and relationship expert at Hily Dating App, to explain why it’s so hard, but more importantly, how to move forward with confidence after a relationship ends. Ahead, Dr. Sabrina Romanoff’s answers, plus so much more insight into the psychology behind breakups.

In this article 1 Why is it so hard to move on after a breakup? 2 How long does it take to move on after a breakup? 3 6 psychologist-backed ways to move on after a breakup 4 Mistakes to avoid when moving on after a breakup