Dealing with Breakup/Being single in PE
Sup guys,
Recently broke up with my GF of over a year a few weeks ago and suddenly just feel mentally checked out. I just turned 25 too so feeling weird being single and having to date again and lowkey worried about having to find someone I am actually excited about again.
Has anyone dealt with something like this while grinding away? Feels like it’s harder to meet women while in this job and also feel like 30 is approaching any day lol.
Anyone got encouraging words brah?
In a similar boat man, 26 and single. Waking up just trying to survive the gauntlet of whatever comes with the day to hopefully be asleep by 2am, then repeat. Getting into a real relationship doesn't seem like its in the cards anytime soon given all my energy is pretty much is required to be put into work. Currently focused on being a good performer through the end of year and getting another bonus which will put me in a really good spot financially, then gonna regroup and figure out what my plans are going forward. Not sure if that's committing to the grind in PE for a bit longer or begin the search for something else to get a semblance of a life back. Tough decision for me as the runway to continue to advance in PE is there and the money I can continue to sock away at this job for the next few years is significant.
Based on previous WSO threads, dealing with a breakup while working in a demanding job like Private Equity can be incredibly challenging. Here are some insights and advice that might help:
Acknowledge Your Feelings:
Stay Busy:
Rebuild Your Social Network:
Focus on Self-Improvement:
Consider Counseling:
Get Back into Dating:
Stay Positive:
Engage in Community Discussions:
For more detailed advice and shared experiences, you can check out the following threads on WSO: - https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/dealing-with-a…</a">Dealing with a tough breakup while working in IB? - https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/feels-like-eve…</a">Feels like every facet of my life has fallen apart this year
Hang in there, and remember that it's okay to take things one day at a time.
Sources: Dealing with a tough breakup while working in IB?, Please help! - burnt out and depressed despite having my dream job and not sure how to fix it, Feels like every facet of my life has fallen apart this year, Have not dated in 3 years, 30 year old Male - Q&A
Build a bridge and get over it. Yes it'll be harder to meet people now but if you care, you'll make the effort. Otherwise just continue to grind away and be opportunistic.
Met my wife at 26, completely randomly. You have a lot of time and it could happen any day
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