By Faith Ogundoyin

Experiencing a heartbreak can be a deeply emotional and distressing experience so women find some solace in yoghurts although the focus eventually has to be on taking practical steps to overcome it.

Unfortunately, many women, not just the Nigerian brands struggle to cope with it. Oftentimes they allow anger and pain to dictate their actions which can lead to self-destruct.

While handling heartbreak is not easy, it is important to learn to cope with it to begin the healing process. Soon, a brighter friendship will turn up. But getting to this stage is not easy, so we are showing a way out.

• Accept the fact that you are heartbroken

Going through the healing process can be challenging, especially when you still have doubts in your mind. You may find yourself asking questions like “Did he leave me?” or “Is this true?” or “Does he no longer love me?” Different questions will flow through your mind, but it is important to face the reality that you have been broken.

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• Allow yourself to grieve

Do not restrain yourself from crying, having your personal space, being sad, angry, etc. Allow yourself to feel all the emotions that come with the heartbreak, it is okay to feel that way. By sharing your pain, you might unintentionally permit others to do the same and in turn, you will not feel alone in it. You never know, a friend may have gone through a similar experience and could offer you some advice.

• Take care of yourself

After going through the grieving process, it’s essential to focus on taking care of yourself to become stronger. Eating healthy, reading good books, listening to podcasts, conversing with friends, going out, and doing things that make you happy are all helpful in this regard.

• Believe in the process: Life is a process of blossoming possibilities. Relationships are vital for love, but not all last. Be grateful for every opportunity. Each event shapes the person you’re meant to be.
• Believe in love and listen to your heart: Keep your heart open. Don’t isolate yourself from the world. Don’t give yourself to despair. Love and believe in yourself. Allow the right person to love you.

A shattered heart is merely the required growing pain for you to be able to love more totally when the real thing comes along. Do not leave with heartbreak pains, take that bold step to overcome it and always stay positive.

Ayodele Johnson

Ayodelé is a Lagos-based journalist and the Content and Editorial Coordinator at Meiza. All around the megacity, I am steering diverse lifestyle magazine audiences with ingenious hacks and insights that spur fast, informed decisions in their busy lives.