HEARTACHE IS A NATURAL PART OF LIFE.

It’s never easy to realize that someone you care about doesn’t feel the same way. “I never lost feelings for you, I just realized you didn’t want me and so I gave up” is a powerful statement that speaks to the heartache of unrequited love. The feeling of helplessness and the sense that everything is just a dream within a dream, as expressed in Edgar Allan Poe’s poem “A Dream within a Dream,” can be all too real in moments like these. It’s important to remember that you are not alone in your pain and that there are ways to cope with the sadness.

One way to deal with heartache is to focus on something positive, Listening to songs about grief and loss, and help you process your emotions. Another way to cope with heartache is to connect with others and share your feelings. Dialogic reading, as described in Reading Rockets, is a great way to have conversations about books and connect with others. Writing about your experiences,can also be a helpful way to process your emotions and connect with others who may be going through similar experiences.

Ultimately, it’s important to remember that heartache is a natural part of life and that it will pass. Focusing on positive things, connecting with others, and taking care of yourself can all help you get through this difficult time.