{"id":480,"date":"2016-01-29T01:15:00","date_gmt":"2016-01-29T01:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/golden2.wpenginepowered.com\/how-volunteering-can-help-you-heal-and-thrive-after-a-breakup\/"},"modified":"2025-09-22T16:19:41","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T16:19:41","slug":"healing-from-a-breakup-how-volunteering-can-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/blog\/healing-from-a-breakup-how-volunteering-can-help\/","title":{"rendered":"Healing from a Breakup: How Volunteering Can Help You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re in the process of healing from a breakup, you know firsthand just how tough it can be. Fortunately, there are ways you can help the healing process. In this blog post, we\u2019ll share a real story from Sina Janscheidt and their breakup that occurred in 2015, and the benefits volunteering had on the healing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Last summer, around the same time I started working for <a href=\"https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/\">Golden<\/a>, my friend Ellen asked me if I\u2019d be interested in doing a little Q&amp;A about breakups for Mend. Initially, I was hesitant because I didn\u2019t think I had a particularly interesting story to tell, and, by no means, do I consider myself a relationship (or breakup) expert. But I obliged anyway\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although years had passed, I never thought about the positive effect mending after the breakup had on my life, and if it wasn\u2019t for the article I wrote, I might still be clueless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I went through a breakup a few months ago, I reacted in a very different way: skip (most of) the self-pitying, self-deprecating behavior; focus on self-growth and being positive. I was so inspired by the impact writing the first article had on me that I wrote another one. This time, there was no \u2018big self-revelation\u2019, but I felt a really strong sense of pride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case these sentiments strike a chord with you, I\u2019d like to repost the listicle here on our blog:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/pexels-rdne-6669870-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Couple breaking up\" class=\"wp-image-2334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/pexels-rdne-6669870-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/pexels-rdne-6669870-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/pexels-rdne-6669870-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/pexels-rdne-6669870-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/pexels-rdne-6669870-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7 Reasons to Volunteer after a Breakup<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My last breakup was painful and upsetting, and it still hurts. But it was fundamentally different from any end of a relationship I had experienced before. And the only thing that was different was my attitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For one, I knew exactly what kind of person I wanted to be and didn\u2019t let the pain or anger change that. I didn\u2019t allow myself to cope by seeking attention from other people or by drinking\/eating\/[fill in the blank with your vice] excessively, nor did I let myself sit at home and mope. Instead, I decided to channel my energy into something that made me feel purposeful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second, equally big difference, was that I volunteered to heal from the breakup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have always volunteered a lot and considered it a part of myself and my daily life but\u2014full disclosure,I also work for Golden, a <a href=\"https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/\">volunteer management software<\/a>&nbsp; app that connects volunteers with nonprofit organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I went out in the field to volunteer after my breakup, I noticed a <strong>dramatic <\/strong>shift within myself. I got to be the person I wanted to be. I had control, I did something I was proud of, I met new people, and I made connections in a meaningful, authentic way. Most importantly, <strong>volunteering showed me what really matters and put my heartbreak in perspective.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I wasn\u2019t running away from my feelings; I allowed myself to connect with people and be vulnerable. Permitting myself to feel in that specific environment didn\u2019t bring up the hurt and betrayal I was feeling otherwise because of my breakup. Instead, it gave me a sense of belonging, a reminder that I was still capable of contributing to the world in a meaningful way.<strong> I felt proud and strong again through volunteering.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re asking how to feel better after a breakup, for me, it was helping others in a positive way, in a way that was much more than just about myself and my breakup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s something about helping others that heals you in return. It\u2019s like patching up your own wounds while lifting someone else up. The sense of community, of being needed and valued, filled a void in a way that nothing else could.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many reasons why helping others is so effective in helping you mend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are seven reasons to think about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-4\"><strong>Reason #1: It puts your problems in perspective and helps you avoid self-pity.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you step outside of your own bubble and see others facing challenges, it reminds you that pain is universal\u2014and that healing is, too. Your heartbreak doesn\u2019t disappear, but it becomes just one piece of a much bigger picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-4\"><strong>Reason #2: You meet new people and create new friendships.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-askar-abayev-5638605_1_11zon-ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-1-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-askar-abayev-5638605_1_11zon-ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-askar-abayev-5638605_1_11zon-ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-askar-abayev-5638605_1_11zon-ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-askar-abayev-5638605_1_11zon-ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-1-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/goldenvolunteer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-askar-abayev-5638605_1_11zon-ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-1-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Volunteering introduces you to people who share your values and interests. Whether it\u2019s fellow volunteers or the people you\u2019re helping, these connections feel genuine and uplifting at a time when you need them the most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-4\"><strong>Reason #3: Your self-esteem increases.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heartbreak has a way of making us feel unworthy or unlovable. Giving your time and energy to a cause reminds you that you have so much to offer, and that your value isn\u2019t tied to a single relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-4\"><strong>Reason #4: You give yourself a distraction from the pain you\u2019re feeling.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This isn\u2019t about avoidance\u2014it\u2019s about balance. Sitting with your emotions is important, but so is finding healthy ways to engage with the world around you. Volunteering gives you something positive to focus on while you heal from your breakup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-4\"><strong>Reason #5: You learn something new (maybe a skill, or something about yourself).<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether it\u2019s a practical skill or a deeper understanding of who you are, volunteering is an opportunity for growth. And growth, especially after heartbreak, is a powerful thing. It\u2019s not just that you\u2019ll learn something new, but rather, you\u2019ll feel even better for that personal growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-4\"><strong>Reason #6: Doing something for others releases feel-good hormones like serotonin, oxytocin, endorphins, and dopamine.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s actual science behind why helping others makes us feel better. Acts of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssmhealth.com\/newsroom\/blogs\/ssm-health-matters\/november-2022\/the-science-behind-kindness\">kindness trigger a natural boost in mood<\/a>, reducing stress and increasing overall happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-4\"><strong>Reason #7: It\u2019s arguably one of the best ways to meet someone new!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While healing should always be the priority, volunteering naturally puts you in spaces where meaningful connections can happen. Whether it\u2019s friendship or something more, you\u2019re surrounding yourself with people who care about making a difference\u2014people who might just make a difference in your life, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Breaking up hurts.<\/strong> That\u2019s just it. It hurts. But hopefully, that will never change, because the hurt means that we were brave enough to open ourselves up and that we allowed ourselves to be vulnerable. And that\u2019s one of the most beautiful gifts we can give another person\u2014and ourselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As uncomfortable and disorienting as a breakup may be, it\u2019s a chance to get to know ourselves again, to listen to our needs, and to find out what we really want. It\u2019s also a chance to give back to others. In the process, we might just find that we\u2019re not as broken as we thought. We are, in fact, whole\u2014and maybe even stronger than before.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Healing from a breakup? 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