A counselor at the University of Cape Coast Counselling Center, Prof. Linda Dzama Forde, has highlighted that heartbreak is not limited to romantic relationships but can also stem from disappointments such as failed lab results, job loss, academic struggles, personal failures or the collapse of a marriage.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with ATL FM NEWS, she advised young people to take their time when building relationships and to carefully consider the pace at which they develop before making long-term commitments such as marriage.
According to her, rushing into relationships and assuming marital responsibilities such as joint accounts, financial support, and emotional dependency often leads to deeper heartbreak when things fall apart.
Dr. Forde noted that while women tend to express their emotions more openly, men often struggle to communicate their pain, making heartbreak particularly difficult for them.
“Women cry, talk, and seek support, which helps in the healing process. However, men tend to bottle up their emotions, making it harder for them to recover,” she explained.
She emphasized that healing from heartbreak begins with acceptance, crying, prayer, and even simple therapeutic exercises like scribbling emotions onto paper with a crayon can help release pain in a healthy way.
“It’s better to express your emotions than to blame yourself. Self-blame can lead to self-harm, poor sleep, loss of appetite, and even suicidal thoughts,” she warned.
Dr. Forde encouraged individuals dealing with heartbreak to acknowledge their pain but not dwell on it indefinitely advising “Cry if you must, take a shower, and then decide when to stop crying. Don’t let heartbreak define the rest of your life. With time and healing, you can move on to something better,” she assured.
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Source: Comfort Sweety Hayford/ATLFMNEWS
