She dumped me months ago, but I can't get over her. Other women just don't appeal to me.
Hi, how are you?
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Good. How are you?
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Question
Not so good. My girlfriend dumped me months ago, but I can't get over her. Other women just don't appeal to me.
user
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I would be upset after a breakup too.
assistant
Reflection of feelings
Thanks. I wish that I could get over her. I'm not sure what I should do.
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Have you gone out on any dates since the breakup?
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Question
I've talked to other women. They seem nice, but they all pale in comparison to my old GF.
user
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Talking to other women shows that you are trying to move on.
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
That's a good way to think of it. It just made me feel worse because it reminded me of something that I don't have. Maybe it will get better.
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I understand. It is sometimes hard to give new people a chance when you are comparing them to someone else.
assistant
Reflection of feelings
I wonder what other people do after a breakup. I've asked others, and they tell me to just give it time. How much time, I wonder.
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Giving new people a chance might help you move on.
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Providing Suggestions
That's something to think about. I hadn't considered that. Even if the person doesn't seem perfect, maybe they'll be more appealing over time.
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Maybe try a date that is casual and no pressure.
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Providing Suggestions
Like a lunch date? Or coffee? Maybe without the pressure, it'll be possible to ease into a relationship.
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A lunch date or coffee sounds perfect.
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Affirmation and Reassurance
Ok. I'll try that. The next gal that I like, I'll ask her to coffee. We'll see where it goes from there.
user
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That sounds like a great idea.
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Affirmation and Reassurance
Thanks for the suggestions. You've really helped me get a better perspective on this whole thing.
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You're welcome. I'm glad to hear that.
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