Key points include:
- Recognizing and validating your pain and suffering, things will be okay. [00:01]
- Imagine comforting a scared dog at an animal shelter, and applying that same gentle, caring approach to yourself.
- Addressing common emotional responses to a breakup like self-blame, denial, or numbing, and offering alternative coping strategies. [05:45]
- Create a "cozy corner" in your home as a safe, comforting space to retreat to during difficult times. [09:19]
- Get my "breakup care kit" with affirmations, nourishing recipes, and other tools to support self-care: www.forgetyourexnow.com . [11:11]
- Practice self-soothing techniques like deep breathing and releasing unhelpful thoughts or emotions. [11:04]
- Learning to comfort yourself is an essential life skill.
- If you want one on one coaching, apply at www.forgetyourexnow.com