Breakups & Divorce Support Group

Just broke up with someone or in the midst of a difficult divorce? Breaking up is difficult no matter what the circumstances are. They say that time heals all wounds, but sometimes a listening ear or a hug can work wonders for the heart. Whether you need a place to vent, someone to hold you to No Contact, or need advice about what to do, we're here to help.

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How long after a breakup can you hold someone else or be held? Not for sex, just to feel someone next to you so you feel alive, instead of a walking nightmare?
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dunno, but i wish i had someone to do that. not a bf (sooo not ready for that) just a good guy friend.
LarryLDN
LarryLDN
start getting used to the mirror, the one in it is now #1
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I believe hugs are ALWAYS beneficial and therapeutic at ANY TIME of life.

Anywhere past a hug is up to the person. Grieving should come first though I would think...
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I don't want to grieve, I just want to feel someone next to me and know that I am still alive. I want to feel that feeling when you are close enough to someone to smell their cologne, and feel those senses come alive again. again, not for sex, just to feel alive.
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My wife and I are starting the divorse tomarrow. We are still sleeping in the same bed. It is a King size so there is plenty of room to keep to each others side. I will wake up at night and want to cuddle with her - then I remember what she thinks of me and the things she has said. I still desire her. It must be the past I am klinging to.

I went for an hour long massage today and it was wonderful. Its not a substitute for a real relationship but it helped scratch my desire to be touched. I realy needed the massage after playing in a volleyball tournament the day before.
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I wonder how different break ups and divorce are to being widowed - just wondering....about being held for comfort, I mean...
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