# Adorable Breakup Busters The 'Rules of Getting Over Someone Comic' Mends Broken Hearts By Emily Evans | Published 2011-09-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rules-of-getting-over-someone References: [holykaw.alltop](http://holykaw.alltop.com/the-rules-of-getting-over-someone-comic) & [awesome.good.is](http://awesome.good.is/transparency/web/the-rules/letting-go/flat.html) Breaking up is never an easy thing to do, but [adorable graphics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamcanvas) like 'The Rules of Getting Over Someone' comic help to mend broken hearts. This creative comic attempts to put a positive, lighthearted spin on many of the embarrassing realities that many dumpers and dumpees find themselves faced with. The Rules of Getting Over Someone comic gives views 10 rules to live by when trying to cope with a breakup, and many of these can undoubtedly save people from looking like fools in the eyes of their exes. Coming to terms with [breaking up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breakup-shrine) is hard to do for many people, so passing on this quirky graphic is the nice thing to do; at one point or another you'll probably find yourself pondering many of these things. **Implications** - Using adorable imagery can be an effective way to tackle tough subjects that can often be uncomfortable. For companies who are attempting to sell products that touch upon taboo subjects or incorporate awkward moments, these companies should embrace putting a [lighthearted spin on their product displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/axe-campaign). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Romance](https://www.trendhunter.com/romance) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Adorable Graphics:** Opportunity for companies to use adorable graphics to tackle tough or uncomfortable subjects. - **Positive Spin:** Opportunity for companies to put a lighthearted spin on products that touch upon taboo subjects or incorporate awkward moments. - **Coping with Breakups:** Opportunity for companies to provide resources or services to help individuals cope with breakups. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Graphic Design:** Opportunity for graphic design companies to create adorable graphics for addressing tough topics. - **Product Marketing:** Opportunity for companies in product marketing to embrace lighthearted displays when selling products related to taboo or awkward subjects. - **Mental Health:** Opportunity for mental health organizations or startups to provide resources or services for individuals coping with breakups. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Therapeutic Breakup Bots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/text-your-ex1.md) - [Breakup Soup Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soup-kit.md) - [Post-Breakup Cookie Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insomnia-cookies-breakup-12pack.md) - [Breakup Message Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/howtoendit.md) - [Breakup-Themed Donation Pop-ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exboxes.md) - [Breakup Trash Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-express-disposal-truck.md) - [Emotional Recovery-Focused Escapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-heartbreak.md) - [Breakup Gym Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we-didnt-work-out-so-lets-workout-somewhere-else.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Breakup Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodbye-pies.md)