How to Get Over Being Blindsided by a Breakup | Psychology Today

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The pain of rejection in a romantic relationship is strongest when it comes as a surprise. One minute you believe everything is fine, and in the next you are blindsided by breakup news. "Mari" said: “I was excited to go out to dinner with my boyfriend. I chose a nice outfit and looked forward to a romantic evening. Over dessert he told me the relationship was not working and he was breaking up with me. I was like, Really? What is this, my last supper before the end? I felt physically ill.” If you have been blindsided by a partner, you know the feelings all too well: Your heart leaps from your chest, your brain freezes, and your skin sweats. You have no idea how to respond or how to take in this new reality. And the worst part is ahead—when you beat yourself up, wondering how you didn't know that your partner was unhappy. How could you not see that the one you loved most was spending time calculating how to end your relationship? Keep in mind that someone who's going to blindside you se

Jill P. Weber Ph.D. Having Sex, Wanting Intimacy Relationships How to Get Over Being Blindsided by a Breakup Every breakup has a story. The sooner you find it, the sooner you bounce back. Posted October 28, 2016 | Reviewed by Jessica Schrader Share Tweet Share on Bluesky Share Email THE BASICS Why Relationships Matter Take our Can You Spot Red Flags In A Relationship? Find a therapist to strengthen relationships Source: Marcos Mesa Sam Wordley/Shutterstock The pain of rejection in a romantic relationship is strongest when it comes as a surprise. One minute you believe everything is fine, and i

How to Get Over Being Blindsided by a Breakup | Psychology Today

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