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Moving On Like a Boss: A Guy’s Guide to Forgetting Your Ex
Black Coffee breaks down the best way for you to move on from your ex
Breakups suck. Whether it ended in drama or a quiet "we need to talk," the aftermath feels like stepping into the ring with Tyson—emotionally, at least. But hey, just because the relationship is over doesn’t mean you’re stuck in the mud. It’s time to pick yourself up, dust off, and move forward like the legend you are. Here’s how to do it without losing your sanity (or dignity).
Step 1: Feel It, Don’t Fight It
You’re probably tempted to bottle it up, drown it in whiskey, or pretend nothing happened. Spoiler alert: That’ll backfire. Let yourself feel the hurt. Cry if you need to (yes, real men cry), punch a pillow, or vent to a buddy. Processing your emotions now will help you dodge a mid-life meltdown later. Trust me, suppressing it isn’t the move.
Step 2: Purge Like a Pro
Look around—still got her stuff lying around? Time to Marie Kondo your life. Her hoodie, that half-used shampoo bottle, or even the Spotify playlist you made together—ditch it. Out of sight, out of mind.
And the phone? Yeah, it’s time for a detox there too. Mute, block, or unfollow. You can’t heal if…
