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Understanding the power of silence and how it affects breakups
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Breakups can be painful, no matter how they came about. And, whether you want to win your ex back or move on from them for good, radio silence can really help in the aftermath of a split. Wondering what that means? We’re here to help. Read on, and we’ll explain why silence is such a powerful tool after breakups and how to use it as you process, heal, and ultimately decide whether it’s time to reunite with your ex or turn over a new leaf with someone else.
Things You Should Know
- Silence (or radio silence) after a breakup means dropping all contact with your ex, from texts and phone calls to social media interactions.
- Create silence after a breakup by blocking your ex on social media, deleting their number from your phone, and avoiding them in public.
- Radio silence is a powerful tool! It can help you reflect and process the breakup, boost your confidence, and get your ex to miss you.
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QuestionHow can I make it easier to get over a breakup?Maggie Mitchell is a Life Coach and the Owner of InnerCoastal Coaching in Raleigh, North Carolina. With more than 15 years of experience, she specializes in helping individuals with communication, anxiety, stress, problem-solving, decision making, meditation, and healthy boundaries. Maggie holds an MS in Counseling Psychology from Gannon University and received her Executive Coach Certificate from The International Coaching Community (ICC).If you have the option, it is much easier to get over a breakup by cutting ties, including removing them from your social media. Remove reminders: don’t look at old photos, don’t play music that reminds you of that person, schedule a therapy session, stop the “what-ifs'' from churning in your mind.
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