Topics Dating & relationships

Is it normal to still cry over an ex?

Yep.Totally normal

Yes—it’s normal to still cry over an ex, even if the breakup wasn’t recent. Healing doesn’t follow a neat schedule, and feelings can come in waves.

A breakup can mean losing not just a person, but routines, plans, and the version of the future you pictured. A song, a memory, or a lonely day can bring the tears back, even after you’ve been doing okay for a while.

There’s no deadline for being “over it.” Lots of people still cry sometimes; what matters is whether the feelings gradually make room for the rest of your life. If you feel stuck or it’s making everyday life hard for a long stretch, talking it through with someone you trust or a counselor may help.

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