Can you be friends with your x?

Answer 1

I think that's hard to do. There's always "that feeling", but that doesn't mean it can't happen.

Answer 2

If there is strong feeling and a reluctancy from you to finish the relationship, then no! Generally ok.
I have found that a couple of exes if they are still single attempt to re-kindle the flame. Or maybe just lusting..

If he/she has a new partner then it is not always so easy. Me, well I get a abit jealous. If that person introduces you to them it will help you to understand the situation of being friends.

But how far are you a friend ie choosing to help them purchase a car or they need a shoulder to cry on then beware of limitations..

Only you can answer..

Answer 3

I wouldn't recommend it.
After all there was, a reason that you broke up to begin with.
Has it changed? If so, then get back together.
I see some of my friends still being friends with their X, and it looks like their X, likes to hold court. How many X's can I have in my trophy case, is what I see.
I think when it's over, they are the X, and exactly that, you have to take their name off of your list of friends.

Answer 4

I am, but it took a long time to get there. If you have a new boyfriend just be careful with their feelings. Don't hang around your ex too much because even if they say they're not jealous, they still don't like it. And if you don't have someone else then do it for yourself. Just be careful and be friends with your ex when you're ready to just be friends! When you know in your heart that you could never have anything else but a friendship with them. Until them keep a hi/bye relationship with them.

Answer 5

I think its easier said than done. I used to think i can be friends with my ex boyfriend. But I guess feelings still exist and we need time to move on, to heal before really caring for each other as friends. But i do believe that in the long run, it is possible.

Answer 6

I have been friends with my ex husband for 10 years both of us have new longterm partners.I think the question changes if you have children with an ex though.Saying that I do happen to be friends with every ex I've had since I was a teenager.

Answer 7

yes u can.watever happened between u n ur ex iz sumthing dat u should forget about n try 2 forgive dem for wat dey did, unless dey were sum1 who always cheated on u and constantly lied 2 u, because dey could do da same thing all over again, except as a friend.u see, even if u 2 were friends before u went out or not, u should still be able 2 talk 2 each other like as if both of u never even thought of going out wit each other, and u could hang out and talk like da good friends u were before, if u 2 were friends before.i really do think dat u should be her friend.u and her really deserve a chance 2 try it out.hope everything works out!

Answer 8

Yes i've been with my husbad for 9 years, but my first love is a close friend. It was hard work at first but we get on great now.

Answer 9

Not only can but should.It is very important to stay good friends when your relationship was over.As for me, I try to remember only happy days of my life and I am sure that if LOVE has gone, both are in vain.

Answer 10

I think you have to be friends before starting something more...by realizing a loving relationship doesn't work, you should atleast know that your friend is still there.

Answer 11

I will be - she was a good friend before we got married - and will
be a good friend when we divorce next month after 26 years

she just won't be my wife