Hey @greyskies that must be so difficult. I remember having an ex a few years ago that I would always have to run into in a particular class and I hated it so much because I really wanted to go no-contact.
Have you spoken to your friends about how you're feeling about this and what they can do to help you? Maybe they can offer you some support during these interactions and have your back, as they seem to be inevitable run-ins. And maybe arrange some hangouts with some friends where he isn't there to mitigate that isolation, where relationships also won't be a topic of conversation? Have you also considered perhaps reaching out to other support services? Does your university provide a counselling service and/or have someone you can talk to about your anxiety and distress at this time?
Additionally, is there anything you can do to look after yourself and practice some self-care during this time? My favourite self care is watching shows with snacks and doing face masks and listening to music and such. I also like to practice mindfulness and remind myself that this may be a very difficult period in my life at the moment, and therefore I should be kind to myself (as you should, too!) and look after myself. What would self-care look like for you?
You can get through this! I'm rooting for you 🙂
