After relationship break ups it can be difficult to move on.
And of course the longer the relationship lasted, the more difficult this is likely to be.
Not everyone has the capacity to bounce back and get on with their lives straight away.
If both you and your ex boyfriend are happy about the split and don't want to give it another go, then it's best not to look back.
That doesn't make it any easier though as there may well be a period of grieving that you have to go through.
So how do you get over an ex boyfriend? First thing to do is make up your mind to be strong and try to forget him and everything related to him as quickly as possible.
Dispose of all the things that remind you of him along with any gifts he gave you which will now only serve to keep reminding you of him.
Try to block out all the thoughts related to him, meet new people, and don't become a recluse in your own home.
Spend time in company that you enjoy.
Focus on all the good things in your life.
If you can't get thoughts of your ex boyfriend out of your mind try to turn these to times of when you were fighting, arguing or generally not happy together.
If necessary write a list of all these down and always keep it with you to read in times of stress.
This will definitely help you to accept the fact that it is over.
All this might take some time, but you will definitely move on.
There is nothing in the world that time cannot heal.
In the meantime try and focus on something worthwhile.
Go for classes, start new hobbies, do whatever your heart desires but never stay alone just thinking of the past.
Try to move on; one way of getting over your ex boyfriend is to consider going on new dates.
But be careful while doing this as you might be emotionally vulnerable and you should avoid getting caught up in a rebound relationship too soon.
But here is something else that you should consider.
Are you absolutely certain that your ex boyfriend is not the one for you? If not, don't give up too soon and assume that it is a lost cause.