During a separation, it often makes us examine the magnitude of the hurt and how open or closed our heart is. Every answer has the potential to be different because every situation is different.
We must be honest with our thoughts and feelings. There will be things we passed on that we wished we took on. Realize the value of a day and use it to the best of who we are. How long do we keep people away from us, who are sincerely reaching out after they have hurt us?