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Read moreHow to cope with separation and divorce. Relationship separation and divorce are among the toughest life experiences people can face. But no matter how hard thins seem to get, there is always light at the end of the tunnel.
Separation is an emotional rollercoaster full of grief and loss. You may experience a vast range of emotions including frustration, powerlessness, anger, denial, confusion and even relief.
Relationship separation and divorce are among the toughest life experiences people can face. Even if the relationship is not a good one, losing it may still be a very painful experience. The loss experienced in a separation of any kind is rarely easy to deal with.
“Relationship separation and divorce are among the toughest life experiences people can face.”
Separation brings with it the emotional rollercoaster that comes with all grief and loss. You may experience a vast range of emotions including frustration, powerlessness, anger, denial, confusion and even relief.
These feelings can lead to practical difficulties such as loss of appetite, trouble sleeping, difficulties at work and social withdrawal. While these are painful and distressing, these feelings are normal and with time, their impact will lessen.
Despite all the tough times this change can bring about, it’s important to remember that life will get back to normal, although ‘normal’ may look and feel different from what you’re used to or had hoped for. A new ‘normal’ will settle in, where it will be possible to continue on living a fulfilling and happy life.
The loss we experience when a relationship breaks down is not only about the loss of a partner and their company. There may be losses of social networks, financial losses and the loss of dreams and ideas: ideas about who you are, your place in the world, and how you thought your life was going to look in the future. This loss of ideas can be the hardest thing to cope with.
A breakup also brings uncertainty about the future. What will life be like without your partner? Will you find someone else? Will you end up alone? These unknowns can often seem worse than being in an unhappy relationship, which is one of the many reasons we sometimes hold on to something that is not working.
There are things you can do to get through this difficult adjustment. In times of emotional crisis like relationship separation and divorce, there are opportunities to grow and learn. Think of this period in your life as a chance for sowing the seeds for new growth and reinventing yourself.
It’s really important to know the difference between a normal reaction to a breakup and depression – if you don’t feel any forward momentum after taking some time to heal, you might want to go and see your GP for a chat and a check up. It is particularly important to speak to a professional if you are struggling to maintain your normal routine, unable to get out of bed, or have thoughts of harming yourself.
The most important thing is to take what you’ve learnt from the relationship and apply it to your next one. Have a look at these tips for creating positive relationships.
If you’ve been feeling down for more than a few days and feel that things aren’t getting better call Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467.
If it is an emergency, dial 000.
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