Elizabeth Stone

Later on, when it all dies down, you don’t want to look back and think “Oh man, did I really act like that?”

Make time by mutual agreement, not because you’re holding out a catcher’s mitt for their attention.

You might not even know what their standards ARE, but it feels like whatever you do is wrong.

Just because you’ve been hurt doesn’t mean that there isn’t someone else out there for you in the future.

Always avoid acting like anyone’s insta-girlfriend.

I’m aware this list is pragmatic and often brutal so don’t say I didn’t warn you.

5. If you start feeling like you’re not living your own life.

The less information you have about your ex, the better.

3. You’re Going Through the Motions

They support you and the relationship when you aren’t in the room.

3. Don’t neglect YOUR people or force your lover to neglect theirs.

People run toward whatever they were lacking in the failed relationship without taking the time to evaluate what they want.