Urge to have dates after breakup?

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I broke up after eight months with her because I wasn't exclusive in her life (she had two boyfriends πŸ™„) and I felt that this won't change.
Do you have any advice for me? I'm wondering what I should do to stop searching for a new replacement who makes me feel valuable and loved. The feeling that I need this is currently keeping me lonely within my own four walls, and I can't develop myself this way. In addition, I have a strong urge to contact my ex againβ€”I won't get a commitment, but I'll get the feeling that someone wants me.

Last updated on:2026-01-19T22:20:45+05:30

Comments (4)

MMWWIII
MMWWIII a mth ago

when you think about contacting her, is it about wanting her specifically, or just wanting to feel needed again? that difference helped me figure out my next move.

noSelfesteem
noSelfesteem a mth ago

Thank you but it's very hard to say. It feels like both is true...

Scarsfads
Scarsfads a mth ago

i kept chasing attention from someone toxic just to feel wanted, and it only left me emptier. it sucks, but recognizing it is the first step

CozyGlo662
CozyGlo662 a mth ago

remember the feeling tht ur ex wants u is only temporary. u deserve better. and u can do a better job at making ur ownself feel valuable and loved better then anyone. we tend to look for someone else to make us happy. I realize I'm the only one tht can make me happy.