The first time a partner left me, I did the following
1. I wailed, animalistic and scary noises.
2. I moved out of our shared home
3. I relocated
4. I got two part-time jobs to survive
5. I tried to get him back
6. I drank a lot
7. I took silly risks
8. I tried to replace him
9. I was naive and let him take all my money
The second time a partner left me, I did the following
1. I did not cry or only a little bit at night
2. I stayed put
3. I checked out my rights
4. I took time to reflect
5. I did not try to get him back
6. I stayed sober
7. I sought support from loved ones
8. I decided I did not want another man ever
9. I ensured I had plenty of money in the bank
Same woman reacting differently. A stronger woman second time round perhaps.