My ex wants to give things another go but he was emotionally abusive. I feel so lonely...what can I do to take my mind off things?

Don't. I was in an emotionally abusive relationship when I was 14-16 and I've had to have therapy because its psychologically damaged me and my later relationships/friendships... It's a dangerous situation to put yourself in. He made me suicidal and caused me to self harm... It's dangerous to be with people like that. Even if you're lonely, stay away, you can wait and find someone who will treat you right :)

It's not the right thing to do... you know it's not healthy.. People are lonely all over the world. It happens sometimes, but its not a feeling that lasts forever. I promise!

Eventually you'll get used to the alone time and you'll even start to enjoy it some. Nothing wrong with that.

Lord don't kill yourself... you would create SO much turmoil with the people you leave behind. Don't do that to them. Don't be selfish.

Being alone is not that bad! you will get through it day by day. take it day by day.

Call friends/family. Say "hey i'm getting really down about this breakup... can we make plans to hang out some more.. i'd really like to be around some positive energy some." Once you tell someone you need some help, they should wanna help! Not that they can drop everything and be with you right that second... hopefully they will at least hang out with you more often

If they don't want anything to do with you, then go find some solace at a church or worship center. Or check out meetup.com. It's a free social-type thing...... it might be pretty cool. Or you can always call the domestic abuse hotline and ask about free counselling and/or support groups in your area that you can go to and be around other people that is going or has gone through what you have went through.

Help yourself in constructive ways not deconstructive ways.

Good luck, hon!

Be strong, girl. Every time he tries to talk you into it, remind yourself of the awful way he treated you. Try to distract yourself with other things. Look for a meetup.com group in your area if you don't know anyone. Join something, go out with a friend you haven't seen for a while. Pick up a new hobby.

It may be a good idea to get some counselling to help you work through your issues. There is no shame in getting help.

Find a nice new boyfriend.