Ending a relationship involves two key phases. First, there's the breakup itself, a clear declaration that ends the formal relationship. But the emotional connection doesn't just vanish; it wanes over time, especially as one partner begins to pour love and affection into a new relationship. This slow fading of feelings often leads to deeper grief, particularly for men, who might feel renewed heartache each time their ex moves on. To ease this pain, it's helpful to genuinely wish the best for the ex and to actively process one's own feelings of loss.
