3. Get creative. Take up a new hobby, or reconnect with an old one. We bet in all your lovesickness that you forgot about your knack for whipping up a fabulous meal, or that you put your old black and white camera and print paper in storage. Photography, art, and cooking are a few great examples – anything that lets you get in touch with your creative side. On top of the emotional release, your confidence will rise as you’re reminded of your talents.
4. Work it. Think about a career change. Don’t necessarily quit a good thing, but think about a way to reinvent yourself at work. Ask for that promotion you deserve. Get involved in a mentor program. Or, outside of your existing job, take on a side project – start that book you’ve wanted to write or create a local arm of your favorite volunteer/charity organization. It doesn’t have to be a mass undertaking to feel the benefits of reinvention.
5. Branch out. Try a new neighborhood or, at least, new spots when you go out. If you’ve hit the same bar more than 3 times this month, this one’s for you. Create a wine or dinner club with friends that aims to hit the newest places. Shake things up – head to the jazz club instead of the same old local spot. There’s nothing like a place you’ve never been to make a brand new first impression.
6. Freshen up. Good hygiene is a must, but we mean your wardrobe. It’s called “retail therapy” for a reason –a heartbreak is a great excuse for some therapeutic shopping. Don’t blow your budget, which you’ll regret, but look to accessories that make a statement or a new pair of amazing shoes to start. If you’re a guy, go out of your comfort zone – try the pink shirt instead of blue!
7. Network. If you stick around the same people all the time, how will you ever meet anyone new? Of course, it’s important to stay close to your current friends, but meeting new people will open up new opportunities in work, life, and potentially love. Host a party at your home or a fun bar and tell each friend to bring 1 – 2 people that are new to the group. Good for you and everyone else as well.
The sooner you begin to take care of yourself, find your identity again, and focus on bringing YOU back to the forefront, the sooner you’ll be ready for the final phase of getting over a heartbreak – bouncing back and moving forward to the great future that awaits you!
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