Clinical Hypnotherapist and Addictive Behaviour Specialist, Dr. Anne Gaisie, has encouraged individuals experiencing heartbreak to embrace self-discovery, permit themselves to grieve, and seek professional guidance instead of bottling up their emotions. She explained that while heartbreak ranks among life’s toughest challenges, it can also serve as a pathway to personal growth and emotional strength when approached constructively. Sharing her insights on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily, Dr. Gaisie outlined practical strategies for navigating the healing process.
1. Understand Yourself
True healing starts with self-awareness. By taking the time to reflect on your values, desires, and emotional needs, you gain clarity on how you connect with others. When you understand who you are and what you seek, you’re better equipped to make healthier choices in relationships and break free from the cycles of pain that once held you back.
2. Allow Yourself to Grieve
Suppressing emotions can prolong suffering and prevent closure. Crying, feeling sadness, and acknowledging the loss are essential steps in moving forward. Grieving allows the mind and body to process the heartbreak fully and prevents lingering emotional distress.
3. Reflect on the Relationship
Taking a step back to analyse the relationship objectively can help you gain clarity. Listing the positive and negative traits of the person and the relationship helps you recognise whether you were better off without them. This reflection is a crucial step in accepting the reality of the situation and making peace with it.
4. Prioritise Family and Close Relationships
Heartbreak doesn’t only affect you—it can impact those around you, especially children in cases of family separation. Spending quality time with loved ones, listening to them, and providing guidance strengthens bonds and creates a supportive environment. “Loads of broken adults start from broken childhood,” she said.
5. Take Your Time to Heal
Healing is a personal journey that cannot be rushed. Societal pressure often pushes people to “move on” quickly, but genuine recovery requires patience. Giving yourself the time and space to process your emotions ensures that you don’t carry unresolved pain into future relationships. “Give yourself time to breathe,” she stressed.
6. Seek Professional Support
Therapy or counselling provides a secure and confidential environment where individuals can explore their emotions, gain clarity, and receive professional guidance. Seeking this support can ease the challenges of heartbreak, offering practical strategies for coping and paving the way toward healthier emotional recovery. “Go for therapy—it’s the safest, most confidential space to offload,” Dr. Anne Gaisie advised. She believes that by taking these steps, people can process heartbreak constructively, deepen their self-understanding, and ultimately emerge stronger and more resilient.
Source: Juliana Odame Asare
