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Healing from a Situationship: A Guide to Moving On

The Uncharted Terrain of Situationships: Navigating Emotions and Progressing Forward.

Edy Zoo
3 min readMay 15, 2023
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In the labyrinth of modern relationships, there’s a unique beast called the “situationship.” Unlike the conventional structures of dating or being ‘just friends,’ situationships tiptoe on the fine line between both, often leaving the people involved in emotional limbo.

When such a liaison ends, it can feel like heartbreak, even if there is no official relationship to begin with. This post is your guide on how to get over someone you had a situationship with, helping you explore the depths of your emotions and rediscover your sense of self.

Firstly, acknowledge your feelings. The end of a situationship can often be as gut-wrenching as a traditional breakup. Dismissing or belittling your emotions because you ‘weren’t technically dating’ is a disservice to yourself. Emotions are not bound by labels; they are raw, real, and demand recognition. Give yourself permission to grieve the loss.

Secondly, remember that healing takes time. The clock ticks at its own pace when you’re recovering from emotional turmoil. Some days, you’ll feel like you’ve climbed Mount Everest, only to find yourself back at base camp the next. That’s okay. Healing isn’t…

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Edy Zoo
Edy Zoo

Written by Edy Zoo

Edy Zoo is a social critic, theologian, and philosopher who writes about social subjects.

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