Hello 1stepatatime! Welcome to PsychCentral!

It is most difficult for the one who has to be told the relationship is over. You are not alone with these feelings. It is grieving over the loss of the relationship.

I like to think of it as viewing the past memories by looking back while riding the bus out of town.

You will find people here supportive, so feel free to post whatever is on your minds. Other PC members may add to the few words I have written. Take care.