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Samantha Wood

From staying friends to staying away - how should you handle a breakup? Experts reveal all

Heart balloon being cut with metallic scissors, representing how to handle a breakup.

Wondering how to handle a breakup? If you're going through it, or know someone who is, it can be helpful to have a plan to deal with the emotions - and your ex. 

Navigating contact with someone you’ve shared part of your life with can be tricky territory. On one hand, it can be hard to not see someone who has been such a big part of your life – almost impossible if you have shared family, friends or assets. But, on the other, you might be hurt, angry or have unresolved feelings about relationship issues, making the thought of staying in touch almost unbearable. 

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