Breakup Week

Breaking up has always been hard. But in the digital age, consciously uncoupling has never been more difficult. So, what are the rules of engagement for blocking someone after you've called it quits? What are the dos and don'ts of social media after we've severed ties with our former loves? How do we grieve the end of a real-life connection while still having access to their online persona? Mashable's Breakup Week aims to be your guiding light in the era of breaking up online.

Breakup Week

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What are the rules for blocking someone after a breakup?
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Social media dos and don'ts after a breakup
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