Article: After getting out of a toxic relationship, it is important to surround yourself with the right kind of people. You need to be around someone who will build you up and remind you that you did the right thing. When a relationship ends, it's easy to fall into the trap of dwelling on what you could have done better to change your ex. Know that no matter how much you think about the past, it won't change. Learn from the relationship rather than regretting it. Try to focus on what you want moving forward to help you stay positive and to move in the direction you want to go. Be kind to yourself. Try not to overthink the reasons why the relationship went bad. Focusing on the past will only hinder you from thinking about the future. You shouldn't feel bad about a failed relationship. Many people beat themselves up for not seeing the signs of a bad relationship, but this kind of thinking will only make you feel worse. Forgive yourself by stating it aloud or writing it down. Remind yourself that everyone makes mistakes, and you can learn lessons from the failed relationship. It's easy to lose track of your true interests when you have been in a bad relationship. Now you have time to rediscover yourself revive your interests or seek new ones. Take a class in something you used to enjoy learning about. Join a club. Pick up a hobby from your past. When it's too hard to process the break-up by yourself, you might need to have some help. Ask for help from friends or family; talk with people who are close to you when you are feeling down. Don't feel ashamed if you need to ask for help. Many people find themselves in the same place, and professional help gets them back on their feet. Use your family and friends for emotional support to help rebuild yourself after a bad relationship. If your ex is harassing or intimidating you, get in touch with the local police to request a restraining order. Reach out to shelters or support groups if you feel threatened or endangered.

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Surround yourself with positive people. Release your regrets. Forgive yourself. Remember who you were before the relationship started. Ask for help. Contact local authorities for protective orders.