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Ghosted? Find Your Way Forward
Many of us are familiar with being ghosted in relationships. Being gone without an explanation is so confounding and hurting, as one questions whether value is attached to one’s existence. Here, this paper explores the occurrence of ghosting in relationships and its psychological effects, followed by practical healing to move forward in life.
What causes this to happen?
Often, ghosting in a relationship does not reflect your worth. The ghost may avoid unpleasant discussions or feel unable to express their true feelings. Sometimes, out of insecurity about their feelings, they prefer to remain silent rather than confront them. Remember that the soul’s inability to communicate is more likely to be the cause of being ignored in a relationship than your failure.
Impact on Emotions
Deep feelings of rejection, confusion, and self-doubt can be caused by ghosting in a relationship. A sudden breakup can lead to feelings of abandonment and unworthiness. It is common to experience these feelings after being ignored in a relationship.
These feelings are normal to the healing process and accept your pain without judgment. In dealing with the aftermath of a relationship that has ended abruptly, it is very important to acknowledge and validate your feelings.
