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Divorce isn’t just about paperwork; it’s about powerful emotions, too. Even if you know it was the right choice, you might still miss your spouse. That’s normal. You spent a lot of time with them, and now things have changed.
But just because you miss them doesn’t mean you should still be together. It just means you’re human.
As you are processing your transition, keep these things in mind:
2. Don’t let your emotions drive decisions
3. Spend more time with loved ones
Divorce means losing something important. Even if your marriage wasn’t perfect, there were probably good times too. You might miss small things, like eating dinner together, sending text messages of funny memes, or just knowing they were there.
Perhaps you might reach for your phone to tell them something, then remember you can’t. That can hurt, and it’s okay to feel sad. It doesn’t mean you have made a mistake; it just means they were a big part of your life.
When you miss someone, it’s easy to make choices based on emotions instead of logic.
But making big decisions just because you feel lonely isn’t a good idea. Think about what’s best for you in the long run.
You don’t have to go through this alone.
If you are used to spending weekends with your spouse, that time might feel empty right now. Instead of sitting alone and feeling sorry for yourself, plan an activity with a friend or family member. [1]
When you’re used to doing things with your spouse, it can feel weird doing them alone. Maybe you always had coffee together in the morning, or maybe they were the person you watched TV with at night. When those habits are gone, life can feel empty.
What is the best way to handle this? Make new habits!
For example, if you always went out for Saturday dinner together, start a new tradition, like ordering a different kind of takeout every week or having a movie night with friends.
Right now, missing your spouse might feel like it will never go away. But over time, feelings change.
A lot of people think, If I miss them, maybe I should go back. But missing someone doesn’t mean the relationship was good for you. It just means that it was important.
For example, imagine you moved away from your childhood home. You might miss it, your old room, your favorite tree outside, but that doesn’t mean you should move back. It just means it was a big part of your life. The same thing happens with relationships.
Divorce is tough, and it’s okay to feel whatever you are feeling. But one day, you’ll wake up and realize you don’t miss them as much. Then a little less the next day. And one day, you’ll feel okay again.
Take care of yourself. Spend time with people who make you happy. And remember, even when it doesn’t feel like it yet, you will be okay.
If you need help with legal advice during your divorce process, contact The Law Offices of Sacks & Sacks, PA for a free consultation today.
FAQs
Everyone’s timeline is different, but over time, the feelings of missing them will fade as you adjust to your new life.
No, missing someone just means they were a big part of your life, not that you should still be together.
Spend time with friends, try new activities, and create new routines to help fill the empty spaces in your life.
Take time to think before making big choices, focus on what’s fair for your future, and seek advice from a lawyer or trusted friend.
Yes, healing takes time, but as you create new experiences and move forward, happiness will return.
Source:
Pilossoph, J. (2025, May 1). I miss my ex so much! 9 things you can do. Divorce Blog | Divorce Support Blogs. https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/i-miss-my-ex-so-much-9-things-you-can-do/
