Why do i feel so hurt after our breakup?

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i don’t even know how to say this properly… i feel so hurt and disappointed. i really thought what we had was real, like it went both ways not just something i made up in my head. but now it’s clear he just liked the attention he liked being wanted, not actually being close to me.
he let it keep going because it felt good for him while i kept getting more attached. he gave me just enough to believe in it even encouraged it just to make sure i was still there liking him.
and now i’m left here feeling stupid for believing it all. i know he handled this badly but somehow i still blame myself the most.

Last updated on:2026-05-07T08:44:16+05:30

Comments (13)

ohheyyitsb
ohheyyitsb 6 days ago

sending you love and healing 🤍

FrostFlick137
FrostFlick137 6 days ago

I had something similar too. its extremely painful and soooo embarrassing for me

HappyGlow996
HappyGlow996 6 days ago

the best we can do is know that when it’s right, it will never leave us confused and hurt. you’re not stupid, what you felt was real. know that you’re a lover with intention and that some people aren’t. some people chase relationships out of ego or boredom. I’m working on loving myself but I do know this about me, what I give is real. give yourself some time and grace!

LoCCha
LoCCha 6 days ago

he ever showed real effort to know you, or was it mostly him enjoying how you made him feel

HappyBee393
HappyBee393 6 days ago

it's sad to see that so many people are facing this problem.

11Noise
11Noise 6 days ago

it really sucks but i had to stop putting all the blame on myself, because someone choosing to keep you hooked for attention is on THEM

SassyScorpio
SassyScorpio 6 days ago

Unfortunately that’s the story of most of us here.
You loved fully, gave it your all. He couldn’t match your love or meet you there. That’s his fault. Not yours.
Chin up, queen. You got this. You’ll be okay soon ♥️

SwiftFlick890
SwiftFlick890 6 days ago

sad.

Ellen81
Ellen81 6 days ago

I've been there...I went through all the self blame until I started to realise that he didn't have the emotional maturity or stability to end things properly. Sometimes all people want is validation, and when they stop getting that from someone and you start asking questions about the future, they walk away. It's important for you to know that it is NOT your fault, you are not responsible for someone else not being capable or willing to have a proper relationship with you. You deserve better. ❤️

BlazeFox967
BlazeFox967 6 days ago

keep your head up, keep moving forward, and know youre not alone friend ❤️

Jackfruit0
Jackfruit0 6 days ago

i’ve been the person who kept getting fed just enough to stay, thinking it meant something real. when it finally clicked that he just liked being wanted, i felt so played and so dumb for missing it

SwiftFlick890
SwiftFlick890 6 days ago

I'm sorry you had to endure that.. but sometimes they make you stay because you make them feel better about themselves

little7bean
little7bean 6 days ago

Felt this! Unfortunately people who do this to others are cruel and heartless.