[header] How to get your stuff back after splitting up [title] Wait until you're calmer. [step] It's best to wait at least a few days after the breakup to pick up your things so you'll have time to process and get your emotions under control. This way, you can go into the situation in a calmer, more collected fashion. 
[substeps] Do things like get enough sleep, go out with friends, and spend a day pampering yourself to help yourself feel better. However, don't wait too long.