Download Article Show Download Article A breakup can be heartbreaking and the inclination to stay friends is understandable. When someone was important to you romantically, it's natural to want to hold on to that connection. However, this can be difficult territory. Go slowly and give each other space at first. Manage your emotions by reminding yourself the relationship is over. As you move forward, remember to keep your emotions in check to sustain the relationship long term.
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Advertisement ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX The end of a relationship can trigger strong emotions, so it’s important for you to keep them in check and set clear boundaries if you want to stay friends with someone you’ve dated. Give each other some space for a few weeks or months after the break-up, which will help you both come to terms with your feelings. Replace any thoughts you used to have about a romantic future with them with thoughts about how you can support each other as friends. For example, you may find it far easier to accept that they have a different lifestyle to you when you’re just friends than you would in a relationship. You also need to clearly communicate what your boundaries are to avoid any awkwardness. These could include not talking about your current dates or only hanging out in public. Remember to respect your ex’s boundaries too, since a friendship will only work if you treat each other well. For tips from our Relationship co-author on how to make sure your new partner accepts your friendship with your ex, keep reading! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 171,113 times. Reader Success Stories
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It's hard. You can easily wind up hiding from your real emotions, and make yourself unavailable to someone who might actually reciprocate your feelings. Being someone's friend doesn't mean you keep spending time with them, secretly hoping they change their mind.
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