
79. The psychology of breakups
The Psychology of your 20s
Letting go after a breakup
To truly let go of someone after a breakup, disconnecting entirely is crucial. Continuously interacting with an ex prolongs the emotional and physical detachment process by triggering brain addiction. Science shows that post-breakup months are a withdrawal period where eliminating the brain's addiction to the ex is vital. Interacting with the ex reinforces obsession due to the dopamine hit received, hindering the process of moving on. Despite being a challenging decision, maintaining no contact is essential for letting go and progressing.
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