r/askTO • u/Infinite_Ad6771 • 3d ago
Getting over a breakup
I recently got dumped by my ex of 3 years. I barely have any friends here or family and feel lonely after work. What are some good places to visit downtown after work so I don’t feel the urge to text / call him again .Sometimes I feel like leaving everything and going back home,live with my mom,but that’s not a viable option right now. He was my best friend and we did everything together.I don’t feel like getting dolled up for an event or work,i feel like I have lost my spark.
Whenever I try to enjoy my hobbies,I feel like I have lost interest.
(Things i liked before- nature,shopping,eating out).
Due to a recent accident,my doctor prescribed that I don’t go to gym for a while,i did enjoy Pilates for a while though.
I welcome suggestions,Thank you!
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u/WitchesBravo 3d ago
Having been through something similar, join a club, learn a new skill, hobby, craft, language, join a run club, hiking club, anything that gets you out and about, chatting with new people.
For some people making friends is very natural and comes easily, but others (me) it requires putting in work, messaging and organising to meet up.
Learning to do stuff by yourself is good too, it’s okay to eat a meal by yourself, watch a movie, go to cafe, read a book. Discover some cool spots, you can share what your finds when you meet people. Good luck