How to deal with the devastation of being dumped.

1. Give yourself a break - Your ex is the lowlife.

2. Stop making excuses. Don't put your life on hold because you feel you can't trust anyone anymore.

3. Ease yourself back into dating.

4. Don't jump into bed too quickly. It's better to err on the side of sexual caution.

5. Don't make someone new pay for the crimes of your ex. Let go of cynicism.

6. Don't pick someone new just because they're the opposite of your ex. Look for balance.

7. Learn the art of compromise. High standards shouldn't be confused with the refusal to compromise.