Whether you were the one who got dumped or the one who ended it, losing your partner is never fun. It can make you feel like your life is spiraling out of control, even though you know in your heart that you're better off single. When you're struggling to get over your ex, you need to remember that there's much more to life than boys. Her are a few simple ways to feel whole again after a breakup:

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1. Find Your Passion

Many people assume that finding someone to date will fill that hole in their heart. However, what you really need to feel complete is a purpose in life. It sounds complicated, but it can actually be rather simple. What do you love most in the world? Animals? Painting? Food? Once you figure out what you enjoy the most, find a way to incorporate it into your life by making a career out of it. Become a vet, a painter, or a chef. It's all up to you.

2. Love Yourself

Even if you didn't love your ex, you probably loved the way he made you feel. Why? Because humans have a craving for affection. You want to feel special, which is why you think a boyfriend is the answer to your problems. However, you don't need a man. You just need to learn to love yourself. You don't need anyone's approval to feel special, because you already are.

3. Replace Him

Don't immediately replace your ex with another guy. Instead, use the time you would've spent with your ex to hang out with your best friends or your family. You can even buy a puppy or kitty if you're capable of taking care of it. A boyfriend isn't what you need--you just need a friend.

4. Learn Something New

Back when you had a boyfriend, you probably neglected to do some important things like work out, volunteer, or go to class. Well, now that you're single, it's time to do all the things you've been neglecting. Get your life back on track so you can be happy with yourself.

If you're looking to engage your partner in intriguing conversations, why not try some hypothetical questions for couples? These fun queries will not only keep the conversation lively but also stimulate deep thoughts and potentially reveal insights about each other's personality and thought processes.

5. Reinvent Yourself

Now that you're unattached, you can reinvent yourself. Did you always want pastel colored hair? What about a tongue piercing? Now is the time to go for it, because it could help you attract a cutie in the future.

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6. Become One with Nature

If you can't see beauty in yourself, you should at least be able to see the beauty in the world. That's why you should read outside instead of inside, and take a walk down the block instead of on your treadmill. Being cooped up around electronics all day is unhealthy. It'll do you good to be around nature, because it'll remind you how beautiful the natural world is.

7. Just Read

Reading gives you a different sensation than watching a movie or a television show does. It'll make you feel like you're really inside the mind of the main character. When you feel incomplete, it's healthy to read about others who feel the same way. Maybe the way they deal with their problems can inspire you to deal with your own.

Breakups are always rough, but they shouldn't make you feel incomplete. You certainly don't need a man in order to feel fulfilled. What do you usually do to get over an ex?

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Needed this article. Thank you!

This is unbelievably true

I love this!!

Yeah, to read about other people going through break ups, makes you realize it happens to all of us.

It has been a roller coaster and it hurts so bad, most because you don't have a reason to hold on to, what happen? Where did the love go? I feel lost some days, and some are better ! Im glad to see I'm not alone on the process, it's natural and we are only human ! 💕

I needed this. I'm about to breakUp with someone and its terrifying

Yes going through one now. 35 days in to it (not counting!) Has been a rocky road. After 15 years of living together, the weekend he moved out, I got my hair cut and coloured - never coloured my hair when he was in my life. Bought some new clothes and went out that night. Didn't get home til 430am! Had fun with my girls. Still having fun with my girls but holding back on the alcohol. Doesn't help me achieve clarity. Starting yoga on Monday, started counselling 3 weeks ago and see a reiki master every 2-3 weeks. Got to get the energy back and I have to love myself through this....we all do.

I'm glad I read this article. After being together over two years and having brought a house together I thought everything was falling into place when it was actually slowly falling down around me and I didn't realize til it was too late and my now ex told me he didn't love me. Son is article to me is extremely helpful:)