This archive report was first published on 15 June 2020.
Heartbreak can be a difficult and painful experience, especially when it involves a long-term relationship. For a 29-year-old woman, the end of a five-year relationship has left her struggling to move on.
According to her, she met her ex-partner in college and the two were together for five years. However, after a long time, he decided to move on with another woman, leaving her heartbroken.
Martha, as she prefers to be called, has been trying to forget her ex but finds it difficult. She has been seeking advice from readers on how to heal and move on from the heartbreak.
One reader, Onyango Outha, advised Martha to relax and take her time to heal. He suggested that she focus on finding someone who will love her wholeheartedly when she is ready to move on.
Another reader, Brian Jakababa, suggested that Martha should have demanded to know where the relationship was headed after dating for a few years. He advised her to seek love elsewhere as she has been left alone in the cold.
Relationships counsellor Simon Anyona advised Martha to have a candid talk with her ex-partner to understand his thoughts about their relationship and why he decided to move on with another woman.
As Martha navigates her healing process, she has been advised to find something to distract her, such as joining a youth group or reading books on self-improvement and empowerment.
Ultimately, healing from heartbreak takes time, patience, and self-reflection. Martha's story serves as a reminder that it's okay to feel pain and that seeking advice and support from loved ones and professionals can be a valuable step in the healing process.
