Heartbreaks
are quite difficult to deal with especially if it has to do with
someone you really love. These are certain ways Nigerian girls do after
breakups.
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If you find any person sitting on a bed, eating ice cream and
crying over a breakup, chances are that person is not a typical
Nigerian.
Yes, like it is with most other people from around the world, a
heartbreak can be an overwhelming experience for any Nigerian: the pain
of losing the one the heart desires, the shame of being rejected, the
self-doubt that sets in with denial and most of all the emotional pain
which is far worse than physical pain.
They, however, understand that a huge heartbreak is not a disease
and does not precipitate any form of paralysis or keep them from
enjoying the rest of our lives and relationships. Wondering how a
typical Nigerian deals with heartbreak? Jumia Travel reveals the five
key things they do
1. Maintain their normal routine
After a heartbreak, you most likely feel like your heart has been
forcefully ripped out of its rib cage and you just want to crawl into
fetal position and cry yourself to oblivion, but a typical Nigerian,
despite feeling such a way, goes on strong in maintaining his/her normal
routine. This is perhaps the hardest thing to do but they realize it
somehow renews their sense of purpose, reminds them of their value and
took their mind off of the hole in my chest. Some even take on some kind
of intense, rage-based workout routine. They keep busy, forcing
themselves to do things and be around people.
2. Put away all Keepsakes and mementoes
Hanging on to what was is a sure way of limiting progress. A good
way start for most Nigerians who embark on the journey of letting is
putting away keepsakes that evoke memories. They do not necessarily
destroy it, as they do not know how handy it may be in the future, but
they separate themselves from it. They also block the heartbreaker on
social media, as they know that despite how mature and reasonable they
are the occasional reminder of him/her on their wall or timeline, could
be a huge setback.
3. Find comfort in music, comedy and partying with friends
Nigerians tend to have an affiliation to music and it is no
surprise as music is food for the soul. A typical Nigerian would turn to
music for healing after a heartbreak or record a song about it, maybe
even become a star when the song becomes a hit. Rather than dwell on the
past or lost future, they distract themselves with positivity and
laughter with friends. They spend time watching old favorites and
seeking out new funny films or they go partying for a head rush.
4. Go On a Trip
A typical Nigerian, who has the time and money, would set out on a
trip when dealing with heartbreak. Nothing does well for the soul like
shopping and traveling. Heartbreak gives a level of freedom, especially
when the heartbreak is from a failed relationship, and Nigerians have
over time realized that know that there is something incredibly healing
about getting away from it all .
5. Pray
Nigerians are highly religious people and no matter their sect,
they do not hesitate to get on their knees and pray to their God for
help in times of heartbreak. In fact, that the period they become most
spiritual and close to God. They spend time asking God to grant them a
forgiving heart, healing , understanding and the strength to move on.
– Vanguard
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