How to Cope when Someone Ghosts you
Ghosting occurs when a person abruptly ends a personal relationship with someone
Being ghosted can often lead to feelings of:
Mistrust
Insecurity
Abandonment issues
Self-doubt
Depression
Steps you can take to minimize the impact of someone ghosting you:
Recognize the dysfunctional behavior
What it is and how it is not conducive to fostering healthy communication in relationships
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Don't take it personally and doubt yourself
If necessary, talk to a therapist to help resolve your feelings
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If you are in need of closure, say what you have to say (via text, email, call, etc)
BUT with the understanding that you are doing it so you can let go
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Resist the urge to research (or "stalk") the person on social media and remove all reminders of the person.
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Take self-care steps by spending more time with loved ones and be deliberate in engaging with other people in your life.
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