Still not over an ex from years ago? Therapists break down why – and how to move forward

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Still not over an ex from years ago? Therapists break down why – and how to move forward

By Marianne Eloise

7 days ago

6 min read

It’s natural to feel ashamed of not being ‘over’ a relationship within what’s considered to be a typical amount of time, but the truth is that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to moving forward. Therapists explain the common reasons processing a relationship can take longer than expected and offer advice on how to heal. 


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