Accept that caring less is a process, not a switch
Limit or stop contact with the person
Remove reminders that keep you emotionally attached
Stop checking their social media
Avoid asking others about them
Let yourself feel the loss without feeding it
Redirect your attention to your own routines
Fill your time with work, hobbies, exercise, and goals
Spend more time with supportive people
Write down what you miss and what hurt you
Challenge idealized thoughts about them
Remind yourself why detaching is necessary
Set clear emotional boundaries
Do not replay conversations or imagined scenarios
Replace rumination with a planned activity
Focus on what you can control
Build new habits that do not involve them
Be patient with setbacks
Seek professional support if the attachment feels overwhelming