Dear Dr. Dot,
My boyfriend left me, broke my heart to pieces. This happened 5 months ago and I'm still not over him. Other guys and alcohol seem to help for a night or two, but then I am in tears again. How long will this go on?
Dying in Brooklyn
Dear Dying,
In order for us to appreciate love, we all must (1) Break someone's heart (2) Have our heart broke. After both of those events have happened, you should be tough enough to continue the game of love, cautiously and gratefully. If you are feeling sorry for yourself, listen to some Frank Zappa, he always shines a humorous light on things: "Some of you might not agree ’cause you probably likes a lot of misery, but think a while and you will see...Broken hearts are for assholes. You say you can’t live with what you been through, well, ladies you can be an asshole too". This way of thinking (humor) puts things in perspective. Try to love only those who love you and you can't go wrong.
Dr. Dot
