So, I’ve been thinking about this for a while and wanted to share my experience with anyone who’s been through a breakup recently, or maybe just anyone who gets it. I swear, the hardest part for me is the emotional whiplash. Like, some days I feel like I’m completely over it. I’m okay. I’m moving forward. I’m focusing on my work, hanging with friends, maybe even enjoying my shifts at Starbucks. But then the next day, I feel like I’ve been hit by a ton of bricks again. Honestly, what gets me the most is the moments before I fall asleep or right when I wake up. I’ll be lying there in bed, all cozy under my blankets, and suddenly my mind starts racing. All those memories, all the things we said, the things we planned for the future... it just floods back. It feels like this constant replaying of our last conversations, our good times, and all the "what-ifs." It’s like my brain refuses to let me rest because it’s still processing everything that happened, everything we had. And the worst part is, even though we ended things, it wasn’t because of anything toxic or bad he’s still someone I really respect and care for. The breakup was because we were just… incompatible. And I totally get that, but it doesn’t stop the ache, especially when the love is still there. The thing that gets to me is the unknown. When will I feel okay again? When does it stop hurting? How do I stop waking up with that pit in my stomach or laying awake at night overthinking everything? I want to feel at peace with myself again. But right now, it feels like I’m stuck in this emotional limbo. It’s like I can’t fully let go, but I also know moving on is necessary for me. Ugh, this rollercoaster of emotions is exhausting. And honestly, I feel like I’m just trying to find balance. The quiet nights by myself after a shift at Starbucks can be comforting, but they also bring up the loneliness. I wish I could just hit the reset button and feel better, but right now it’s all about getting through the days one moment at a time. I’m hoping that eventually, it’ll get easier, right? But for now, I’m trying to hold onto the good days when they come. If anyone has tips on how to sleep better, or how you got through this emotional rollercoaster, I’d love to hear your thoughts. I know I’m not alone in this, and it helps to know that others get it.