Hi Lucia,

I am a girl and yes, I was dating a girl. She was amazing and I loved her so much. She left me for my ex friend and I'm hurt. She says she still loves me but it doesn't seem like she wants me back. And I need her! I want to do everything to get her back!! I'm lost without her. My heart is so broken.

Every time I'm with someone else, I always see her. All I think about is her. It hurts so much. The girl she’s with now isn't right for her! I know she’s not. I want to find a way to break them up. I know that’s mean but I need her more than ever. And they've only been dating a week. Lost without her

 

Dear Lost,

Please tell me you’re under 21! I’m going to assume you are. Your email has the typical attitude of someone your age (or maturity level).

It’s only been a week. I’d like to tell you to calm down, but I know melodrama is part of being young. Your body is awash in hormones and chemicals that make you think this girl is the only one for you, and you can’t live without her. You may believe that with all your (broken) heart, but it’s not true! You’ve put her on a pedestal; she has become your “Goddess”, you’re bowing to her, and…you’re miserable.

If she is with someone else at the moment, there is nothing you can do. Maybe she’ll be back, and maybe she won’t. What’s important is for you to know that you can and will live without her. This experience will make you stronger and more mature.

This may not be the answer you want to hear, but it’s the answer you need to hear!