I’m currently wrestling with the echoes of a relationship that ended about 10 months ago. It was one of those intense, deep connections that you don’t just stumble upon every day. The kind that leaves a mark. Initially, the breakup hit me hard—tears were a daily occurrence. Now, it’s evolved into a sort of wistful longing, a continuous replay of “what ifs” and memories that seem to surface at the most unexpected times.
Lately, those “On This Day” reminders on my phone have been a daily punch to the gut, making me relive moments I’m trying to move past. I’ve tried dating others, hoping to find a similar spark, but nothing has come close to the connection I had with my ex. It’s this weird limbo where part of me wants to erase every trace of him to make moving on easier, while another part cherishes those memories too much to let go.
It’s tough. I’m curious to hear from others—how long did it take for you to move past a significant ex? Any advice for those of us who feel stuck in this loop of longing and nostalgia?