So you’ve been dumped and the only thing you absolutely couldn’t live without more than your BF/GF is your beloved iPhone. Some would argue the right technologies can fix anything: world hunger, energy sustainability, disease epidemics–but what about the broken heart?

We’re not sure that there’s a cure for that besides time and some serious self-reflection, but until the clock ticks away there are always some pretty helpful distractions.

Turn up the Adele, grab a box of Oreos, and pick up the phone–don’t worry you won’t be needing too many Kleenex. Here’s how to get over him by getting under Siri–your new BFF. Got dumped? Yeah, there’s an app for that; we found nine.

Distract Yourself With . . .
 

Songza

So . . . this is gonna suck for a while. It’s best to give yourself a few days to dwell on the fact that even though he is kind of a jerk, you sort of want him back. What better way to sob into your pillow than with the bittersweet sounds of some depressing love songs.You probably won’t feel like sitting down and making a playlist (though that’s a great distraction) when you’re bummed, luckily Songza will do it for you. Songza creates playlists with the tap of a screen based on mood (even happy ones).

The Romance Story Series

These are top rated and so good. Cheesy, naughty, crazy romance graphic novels for your iPhone. You’ll get lost in the absurd world of hopelessly in love chicks and the heart throbs they fall for.

My Virtual Boyfriend

You’re slightly less sad. You’ve realized whatshisface is totally replaceable, but meeting someone new sounds . . . hard. My Virtual Boyfriend/Girlfriend is not only a totally fun game, but you can design your dream BF. This might help you figure out the qualities you really want in a partner from what’s in his hair to what’s in his heart–just remember he’s not real and no ones perfect.

 
Revive Yourself With . . .
 

Sweet Spot

You’ve let all the tears out and you’re finally ready to leave the house–but you’re not completely over He Who Must Not Be Named. Eat your feelings! We don’t recommend this as a long term solution, but boy does it feel good. Sweet Spot locates any place that sells chocolate and baked goods where ever you are. If you’re on your way to the library or party and those lingering feelings start to bubble in your tummy replace them with food–do not text Voldemort!

Lookz

Now that you’re going outside again and hanging with your besties, a little pick me up after a chocolate binge is much needed. Lookz has a ton of a beauty tips, style guides and video tutorials to give yourself a fabulous makeover. A little flashy eye makeup never hurt anybody and it’s a great way to pull yourself out of that rut. Sometimes feeling good on the outside is just what you need to feel good within.

Daily Yoga

Time to work on finding inner balance. You don’t have to be flexible to do yoga, you just have to relax. Om! Yoga can be a great way to get exercise, meditate, and just help calm those anxious post-breakup nerves. The Daily Yoga app provides free twenty to sixty minute yoga classes (that you would normally have to pay for) so you can find your chi right in your bedroom.

 
Put Yourself Out There With . . .
 

OK Cupid

For those 18 and over, online dating is a great way to meet the locals you wouldn’t normally bump into. Sometimes friends-of-friends aren’t so friendly. Try everything, you’ve got nothing to lose!

Charm Him

So there’s a new hottie on your radar and you have no idea how to talk to him or figure out if he is into you. Fear not Charm Him is hear (also available in Charm Her). It’ll give you quick dating advice on the go, teach you how to read his/her body language, and how to bring out your best one liners in conversation.

Date Escape

Now you’re dating, you’re feeling good. You’ve even been on a few dates some were great, some were duds. Well, getting out of a bad date is hard and though honesty is usually the best policy, if you need to think quick because your date is being a major creeper, Date Escape to the rescue. You can set this awesome app to text or call in the middle of a date, urging you to go back home. Totally a great idea, but for emergencies only, ladies.

Have you ever been dumped or rejected? Let us know in the comments!

Next check out The Complete Guide To First Date Jitters!

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