In your opinion, how long should you be on your own for after a 5 year relationship?
2006-11-01 02:08:01 · 29 answers · asked by kchick8080 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
As long as you need. It might be a few days, it might be weeks, months or years. If you find someone special quickly you are bound to get comments about being on the rebound but only you know how you feel. My best friend was with a guy for eight years, within two weeks of splitting up with him she met her now husband, they were engaged within six months of meeting, married within about 10 months and now, years down the line are still happily married with two kids. Believe me, you will know when you are ready.
2006-11-01 02:10:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would give it at least 6 months to a 1 year give yourself the time to heal. Thats how I would do it because you don't want to bring excess baggage ( emotionally) from the past relationship.
This way you start off with a clearer perspective on what you want out of a person and a relationship.
2006-11-01 02:11:19 · answer #2 · answered by Happy2bAlive 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
5 years means 5 years worth of baggage. During the time you are on your own, make time to get rid of this baggage and make time for yourself. Take a trip, spend time with family and friends, surround yourself with the positive.You will be no good to another until you are good to yourself. There is no definite timeframe when this should occur- you will know in your heart. And when it does, you will be a much better person than you were 5 yrs ago.
2006-11-01 02:39:50 · answer #3 · answered by Deja' Vu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As soon as you feel comfortable going out dating again. That varies with each woman. Some jump right back on the horse and start dating right away...others act like they just buried their husband of 30 years and wait a year or more. My suggestion, start dating right away again...will help in the healing process of getting over the lost relationship.
2006-11-01 02:10:18 · answer #4 · answered by joey_z40 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was in a 8 year relationship, and we just kind of grew apart. I had to finalize it with her after I met someone else. It just depends on the situation. Do what feels right to you. If you meet someone tomorrow, and you feel comfortable in going out with them, then you should do that. Good luck.
2006-11-01 02:12:17 · answer #5 · answered by EchoCharlie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, after a five year relationship I am sure you don't want to get into another relationship too quickly. Maybe a few months of dating and narrowing your choices might help.
2006-11-01 02:11:56 · answer #6 · answered by RoRo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
however long it takes that when you see a nice man you dont think "my ex would die if he saw him!!" and such thoughts.
After a 3 year relationship i moved on in 2 months, but after a dif 8 month relationship it took 5 months... depends
2006-11-01 02:12:12 · answer #7 · answered by attila 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Suggest not a matter of how long? Rather be careful of falling for someone on the rebound. When you feel confident and OK with yourself is the time.
2006-11-01 02:13:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That depends on you if you have got over the 5yr relationship, I personally would take a break and go out and enjoy myself,
Good Luck on your decision
2006-11-01 02:10:41 · answer #9 · answered by Ivan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have found someone else who makes you happy, why risk letting him go?
As long as there are no children involved, I wouldn't wait. If there are children, then keep a low profile and don't introduce them to the new guy until you are sure it will last.
2006-11-01 02:10:30 · answer #10 · answered by IC 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋