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This research suggests that well\u2011intended advice can sometimes make things harder, not easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What recovery really looks like<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Healing after a breakup takes time. Real recovery involves space to process what happened and gradually rebuild. This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Refocussing on daily routines and study habits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reconnecting with interests, sports or social activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly regaining emotional stability and allowing your motivation to gradually return<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the right support matters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Support makes a difference, but only when it\u2019s the <em>right kind<\/em>. The right support can help young men to better understand themselves at their lowest point. Some examples of helpful support include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Taking someone seriously.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hearing them out without judgment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid giving pressure, quick fixes, or \u201cjust get over it\u201d advice. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to rush your way out of a breakup. Real recovery takes time, so give yourself the space to go through it properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some useful resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Men\u2019s Wellbeing Podcast &#8211;<\/strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@MensHealthWellbeing\">Men\u2019s Wellbeing Conversations \u2014 Episode 1: Breaking Up<\/a>.<\/em> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Men\u2019s Health and Wellbeing at La Trobe<\/strong>: Men\u2019s wellbeing counselling is available In-person at the Melbourne campus and via Zoom for all campuses. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/students\/support\/wellbeing\/mens-health-and-wellbeing\">Book an appointment<\/a> to speak to a trained staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>La Trobe University Crisis Line (after hours):<\/strong>\ud83d\udcde 1300 146 307\ud83d\udcf1 Text 0488 884 100. 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