Stop the conversation and back up. The news is more positive than you think – which is why colleagues were startled by your nonchalant response.
A partner needs to go “find” himself. Let him. Twenty four hours won’t go by before he’ll show up again looking for you.
You will soon face a choice between the familiar and the different. Things that you took for granted show unexpected promise.
Touching base with someone who knew you when is uplifting. It brings perspective and reminds you of priorities that got lost in the shuffle.
It’s easy to confuse focus with fixation nowadays, however anxiety is making something much harder than need be. Open your Chi and you’ll find your way.
Colleagues come to you for support. Tell them that your spirit is willing, but that your hands are tied. There’s not much you can do but be a sympathetic ear.