I just broke up with my girlfriend of two years.
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Hello. How are you?
user
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Hello, I am well. What can I help you with this evening?
assistant
Question
I’m feeling pretty down in the dumps.
user
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Are you upset about a specific issue or is it a general feeling of "blue"?
assistant
Restatement or Paraphrasing
I broke up with my girlfriend. We dated for over two years.
user
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That's a really hard experience to go through, I'm sorry you are having to go through that. That's a really hard experience to go through, I'm sorry you are having to go through that.
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance,Affirmation and Reassurance
Thanks. I’m trying to keep myself busy. Any suggestions?
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I had a bad break-up a few years ago, and took it very easy on myself for a few weeks afterward. I let myself eat whatever I wanted, and have what physical comforts I could find while my mind and my heart healed. I tried to avoid alcohol, because that will just increase depression and anxiety.
assistant
Self-disclosure,Self-disclosure
Good idea. I thought about dating again. Do you think it is too soon? True.
user
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I think you are the only person who can decide when you are ready to start dating again, but I would encourage you to try to keep it light and casual at first.
assistant
Providing Suggestions
Great advice. Casual dating is a good idea. Don’t want to get attached right now.
user
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Strengthen yourself and your boundaries and pursue your interests. I got into boxing and it's a great way to get in shape and have an emotional release.
assistant
Providing Suggestions
I took up running and yoga. I stopped going to the gym. What else did you do?
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I rehabbed a bunch of my houseplants. I had some really sad looking pothos plants and I started reading about how to revitalize them. I got them healthy enough to start a second generation from cuttings, and it was such simple, calm work, it was almost like meditation.
assistant
Self-disclosure,Providing Suggestions
That is interesting. I will look into that! I just want to keep my mind off of the break up.
user
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That is totally understandable, and I think you can do it.
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
She not worth this trouble any way. I’ll find someone better!
user
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You will find someone that will be a better fit, that is to be sure.
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
Definitely. I may just hook up in the meantime.
user
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That could be fun and validating for you! It's always nice to get some attention
assistant
Reflection of feelings