Surprisingly, the pain of situationship breakup can eclipse the ache of longer relationships, challenging conventional emotional expectations.
Oloni, an expert, reveals that the allure of unpredictability in situationships amplifies their impact, unlike gradual relationship endings.
Insecure attachment intensifies situationship pain, tracing back to childhood fears of abandonment, affecting emotional responses.
Dr. Olukotun advises constructing a "pie chart" of breakup reasons, understanding attachment triggers, setting boundaries, and self-care.
Self-forgiveness, seeking support, engaging in cathartic activities, and acknowledging genuine emotions foster post-situationship healing.
Situationships offer valuable self-discovery, blurring casual-commitment lines, highlighting genuine emotions despite undefined labels.