Alright, girl. So, you just went through a breakup. Whether it was a mutual thing, an unexpected heartbreak, or you finally realized you were dating a walking red flag, the pain is REAL. And let’s be honest, breakups suck. But what sucks even more? Doing things that make you feel even worse after it’s over.
I’m here to save you from post-breakup chaos, unnecessary tears, and bad decisions that will haunt you for years (or at least until your next glow-up). Here’s exactly what NOT to do:
1. Texting Your Ex “Just to Check In”
Girl, no. I know it’s tempting, but that “Hey, how are you?” text is just an invitation for emotional turmoil. You don’t need closure. You need distance. Block, mute, archive, whatever you have to do. But do not reach out.
2. Posting Cryptic, Sad Song Lyrics on Social Media
We get it. You’re heartbroken. But let’s not turn your Instagram story into an angsty playlist. Posting Adele lyrics at 2 AM won’t bring them back, it just makes you look tragic. Instead, post a fire selfie. Let them wonder.
3. Stalking Their New Situation (Or Their Mom, Or Their Dog)
Put. The. Phone. Down. Cyberstalking your ex, their new fling, or their entire family tree will only make you spiral. Unfollow, block, or at least resist the urge to deep dive. The less you know, the happier you’ll be. Trust me.
4. Drunk Texting Them (Or Worse, Calling)
One too many sips of that “I’m totally over it” beverage and suddenly your thumbs are writing a novel about how you “just wanna talk.” NOPE. Give your bestie your phone if you have to. Do not let tipsy-you ruin sober-you’s progress.
5. Trying to Be “Just Friends” Right Away
Ah yes, the classic “We can still be friends” lie we tell ourselves. Can you? Maybe. But not right now. Take time to heal before you try to be buddies. Otherwise, you’re just prolonging the pain.
6. Listening to Your “Breakup Playlist” on Repeat
Yes, crying to sad music feels therapeutic, but do you really want to spend another night sobbing to Olivia Rodrigo? No, you do not. Switch it up. Put on your confidence-boosting playlist and remind yourself you’re that girl.
7. Hooking Up with Someone Just to Make Them Jealous
Revenge rebounds? Tempting, but also a mess. If you’re gonna move on, do it for YOU, not for an Instagram flex that might make your ex raise an eyebrow for 0.2 seconds.
8. Wallowing in Self-Pity for Weeks
Take a day (or two) to grieve, eat ice cream, and cry in your hoodie. But then? Pick yourself UP. Go out, hang with your girls, hit the gym, do something that reminds you of how amazing you are (because you ARE).
9. Thinking This Breakup Defines You
Listen up: Your worth is NOT tied to this relationship. You are not broken. You are not unlovable. You are just in a plot twist right now, and trust me, the best chapters of your story are still coming.
Final Thoughts: Your Glow-Up Starts NOW
Breakups are brutal, but they’re also a chance to rebuild, refocus, and rediscover who you are. So, let’s hear it, what’s one thing you’re doing for YOURSELF post-breakup? Drop it in the comments below!