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Why this post-break up sick feeling?

My girlfriend of 6 years (actually on and off for six years) ended about 5 months ago. I ended it because it was on of those sick things that never dies. Anyway, I cut off all contact with her because she manipulates, lies ect. Well now if I see her picture or she tries to contact me I instantly get an upset stomach. Not like butterflies upset mind you, but full on having the urge to puke. It's awful, my eyes water and I cough and then boom...barf. Anyone have any idea what the hell that's all about. It's awful. Anyone experience anything similar? I seem to be the only one I know that has this happen.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Sometimes people can experience negative physical manifestations of their emotional state, and it sounds like that's what's happening to you in this case. All the pain and hurt that she caused is making you ill. Also, your mind is probably still trying to process what sounds like a chronically traumatic and destructive relationship. It might help you to find someone to talk to about the issues that you have and try to work through them, so that you can get past them. Maybe talk to your own doctor, or make an appointment with a therapist. I think that given time, the pain will lessen, and you will recover.

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