My Support Forums - View Single Post - Balancing Experiencing Negative Emotions and Getting Things Done

lynn P. · Jan 14, 2010, 11:45 AM

I think when it reaches the point, where it's interfering with your normal life, then it's unhealthy and the person needs to decide whether they need help. In your case it's natural to go through that mourning process, even if it was a toxic relationship. Sometimes with toxic relationships, there's usually, some co-dependancy, enabling or the 'rescuer mentality'. This could explain that 'lost feeling' you're experiencing. It would be valuable for you, to think about what role you played in the relationship, so you can avoid picking similar partners in the future.

You might find it helpful to start a journal where to talk about your feelings and when you put it away - this could be your way of saying "I'm done thinking about this for the day"- then go on with your plans. I hope this helps and best of luck.