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25 Perfect Instagram Captions to Use After a Breakup

25 Empowering Instagram Captions to Use After a Breakup

Whether you're the dumpee or the dumper, ending a relationship is never easy. When it comes to getting back on your feet, you should never underestimate the power of a good quote (and selfie). Posting something on Instagram to validate your feelings and proclaim your newfound independence can be liberating, but what do you even say?! We've rounded up the best post-breakup captions that'll make you feel strong and ready to take on singlehood, because remember: you're a catch, and a breakup should never keep you from expressing yourself if you want to. Keep reading for 25 empowering, self-loving, single-celebrating caption ideas.

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1. I used to hope that you'd bring me flowers. Now I plant my own.

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2. What is stronger than the human heart, which shatters over and over and still lives. -Rupi Kaur

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3. I mean, sure, I have my bad days, but then I remember what a cute smile I have.

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4. Choosing me and my happiness has been the best decision yet.

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5. Let this be the year you choose courage over fear. -Morgan Harper Nichols

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6. Loyal, good kisser, best friend . . . no complaints.

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7. Single ( ), Taken ( ), Too Busy Enjoying Life (✓)

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8. I choose to believe I have not missed out on what is meant for me. -Morgan Harper Nicols

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9. Your value doesn't decrease based on someone's inability to see your worth.

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10. You were my cup of tea, but I drink coffee now.

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11. Find the love you seek by first finding the love within yourself. -Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

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12. Sometimes when we lose our way, we find ourselves.

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13. I think it's important to realise you can miss something but not want it back -Paulo Coelho

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14. Stop filling the spaces in between with distractions, and the right energy will flow in. -Amy Chan

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15. No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path. -Buddha

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16. Not your baby.

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17. Every decision I make is the right decision for me.

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18. Instagram partner? You mean self-timer?

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19. A strong women never gives up on herself, but she may give up on you. -Mark Anthony

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20. You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection. -Buddha

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21. Girls' night out every night!

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22. Remember . . . always know your worth.

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23. When things don't work out, I know that something better is waiting for me.

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24. Never be afraid to reinvent yourself.

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25. The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud. -Coco Chanel

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