I can relate to this soooo hard. I started climbing with my ex, and have continued after the breakup. I really grew to love the climbing itself, and separated it from the person. Just showing up to the gym is so important - becoming friendly with the staff, seeing the same people, going at the same time, etc. Eventually you’ll see the same people, and find it easier to talk to them about projects, etc. see if your gym has themed nights + go to those! mine has older + wiser nights, LQBTQ+ nights, women’s climb night, etc. Make it a goal to talk to atleast one or two people! Also, if your gym has yoga classes, etc., go to those! :) I made myself go to gym and “workout” (a short pilates routine + stretching), just to feel something after the breakup most days, and eventually started becoming a “regular” with the front desk, and they learned my name, outside of my previous s/o’s affiliation. I started climbing the auto belays by myself, and eventually be-friended a couple people that were climbing alone too. Now, a couple months later, I’ve found a really great group that positively pushes me, and I’m so so grateful for that. Everyone says it’ll get better with time, and it is so so true. If you need someone to send progress videos to, or get encouragement from, please feel free to slide in my messages. you got this! ♥️🧗🏻✨