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7 Reasons Why Getting Your Heart Broken Is Actually a Really Good Thing
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You Become More Empathetic

It's called the universal experience. A broken heart is something that happens to almost all of us, regardless of age, background, location, etc. It's a humbling experience, but in the end, it makes us more sensitive and empathetic as partners, friends, and all-around humans.

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