Is it normal that i feel this low after hearing that my x is engaged?

It's really not about me not getting over him because I don't have any feelings for him anymore. I'm not even craving chocolate (something I always want when I'm feeling down) But this time it's different and I can't explain it. I feel numb and distant. My mind wanders into nothingness, even when I am surrounded by close friends and family. I want to have fun but nothing brings a smile. How do I get myself to feel good about myself again? Is it normal to feel this low?

Is It Normal?
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  • I went through the same thing, I'm 20 and 2 of my ex's are either engaged or married. I felt like shit like I did something wrong after I found that out. But I'm pretty sure it's just me questioning if me breaking up with them was the right thing. Like if they really were as crazy as I thought they were when we dated. And if they weren't then I must of been the issue. But I've just shrugged it off and moved on lol...

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  • This happened with an ex of mine. Although he was dating someone else. I felt a bit terrible for a while, I had to hide his updates from Facebook because his boyfriend was tagging him in a bunch of "happy couple" photos. I then realized that I was just feeling happy for him, even tho he's a jerk. Lol

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  • You may still have feelings for him. its normal for one to feel down after a breakup or being rejected, and sometimes, you may still have lingering feelings for your ex, especially if they initiated the breakup. how long have you been apart? some people may need six month to a year to be able to get over them. maybe if you can find someone else, maybe they will help you forget. If that dont help, you may need to talk to your ex. It may lead to being back together, or mor likely, it may at least help you get closure.. Good luck!

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  • Thank you all for replying! I really appreciate all your advice. All I needed was a couple of days to clear my head. I guess it was the shock at first as I've always wished him well. I probably thought I'd be the one getting married first.

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  • After reading some other peoples' comments, I think my own comment is incorrect. Please don't take my advice. Sorry.

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  • It's your EX. Get over it.

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  • ...and PROBABLY 'opens you eyes' and makes you realize that you're ready for marriage...

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  • If you're sure it's not because you have feelings for him, it's probably because you're surprised that he got married before you. maybe if it was just a girlfriend you wouldn't have felt this low but knowing that he has found that someone that he'll be with for life, just brings you down...

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  • U must have some sort of feelings for him. Even if it's nothing romantic, u used to have those feelings. That's what probably makes u upset, te fact that u might have been that girl or that u were his at some point. But u just need to hang out with ppl and try ur eat not to think about it even though it's hard. I'm sorry u feel this way though. All u can do is tr to let go

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  • Maybe you've been lying to yourself about not having residual feeling for your ex because if you truly didn't care, you wouldn't feel this way.

    Start being more honest with yourself and you'll have an easier time dealing with those feelings.

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