Getting over a breakup is the worst. But would you go so far as to pay $10,000 to get over your ex? Um, no, I hope you wouldn’t, because that’s ridiculous. There are some people who would do that, though – Katy Perry being one of them. Sources have recently said that Katy has been seeing a very expensive breakup coach to help get over her failed marriage with Russell Brand.

Look, I get that getting through a breakup is hard – super, super hard. But really, you don’t need to pay $10,000 to do it. All you need is 10 essentials (we’ll get to those, we’ll get to them) and some time, because getting over someone can take a very long time. And, yeah, there may be some instances where you need to call for professional help and that’s fine, but in general, getting over a breakup should include these 10 things – and they’re way cheaper than what a celeb would pay. We’ve added it up for you:

Ice Cream

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Obviously Ben & Jerry’s is a breakup essential and not just a cliche. It’s delicious and it makes you smile. Everyone deserves this when they’re sad.
3 pints for 1 week: at about $5 a pint, it’ll cost you about $15

A Cozy Blanket

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You’re probably going to spend a decent amount of time cuddled in bed, so a cozy blanket is a must.

1 blanket: you can get them for about $20, if you don’t already have one at home.

Funny Movies 

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Even if you want to cry, a seriously funny movie will make you laugh at least a little. Promise.

4 movies from Redbox: $1.20 a movie, so about $4.80 

Trashy Magazines

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Trust me, reading about the ridiculous antics of privileged celebrities will make you feel better about your life. Also, pictures of hot celebs are fun too.

5 trashy magazines: at about $4 an issue, it will be about $20

Bubble Bath Supplies 

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Um, what is better than a relaxing, hot bath full of bubbles? Almost nothing. Add a candle and you’re good to go.

1 bottle of bubble bath: about $10 

Tissues 

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Let’s face it, you’re going to cry. A lot. And you should probably use tissues instead of your comforter… just saying.

2 boxes of tissues: about $3 each, so about $6

A Journal 

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You’re going to feel a lot of feelings, to put it simply. It’s best to write some of those down instead of actually, um, saying them.

1 journal/notebook: about $5

Sweats Media

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Who wears jeans when they’re bumming around crying? Put on some comfy sweats right now!

1 pair of sweatpants: about $20, but you should already have a pair, so, let’s count this as free 

Earbuds 

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You’re probably going to be listening to a lot of breakup music. Don’t make your family suffer.

1 pair of earbuds: if you don’t already have them, you can get a pair at Target for $15 

Your Friends

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At some point, you need to get out of bed. Hang with your besties! They’re the best medicine.

Friends: PRICELESS! Duh. 

TOTAL: $115 

If you have to buy EVERYTHING on this list, it’s sort of expensive. But still not as bad as $10,000. We win!

Which of these things do you need the most when you’re going through a breakup? What did I miss? Tell us in the comments!

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