If so, what should you not do?
2007-02-19 19:26:33 · 28 answers · asked by si 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
It's fine as long as it's not interfering in your current relationship. If you're single and they are single, then there's nothing wrong with it, but it can cause major trust issues with your significant other, and it's better to avoid that. Cut it off when it's time.
2007-02-19 19:28:54 · answer #1 · answered by fuumaxkamui69 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Ya it's good to keep in touch especially if they really mean something to you. If you still like that person a lot though, don't force them back into any kind of relationship, even friendship. Make sure that you and that person have had closure and that your not clingy, such as calling them 4 or 5 times a day. Obviously, you aren't together for a reason, so make sure that you don't let history repeat itself and try fix it the 2nd time through. Good luck with what ever!!
2007-02-19 19:34:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is my own personal belief, but I feel that girl/boyfriends become exes for a reason. If the relationship ended on a truly sour note such as mine did, then there's no reason to stay in touch! Put it down to experience and move forward in life. However, if things ended amicably then that's your choice. It all depends on whether you think you can deal with this person as a friend and treat them as such. Would you be happy to meet your ex and their new partner for drinks? Could you deal with your ex confiding in you about relationships issues they may have? Could you honestly say that you'd be fine with it, or would you have residual feelings or harbour jealousy for that person? Be honest with yourself and make a decision you think you can live with.
Truthfully, it's best to move on and make a clean break. Why hold onto the past?
2007-02-19 23:02:25 · answer #3 · answered by rachel e 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Guess it's okay if you remain just friends and don't keep going down memory lane. How would the new partners on the scene feel about ex's being in touch???? Sometimes that can be the biggest problem as many wont understand WHY you would want to keep in touch. Might make them feel insecure.
2007-02-19 20:43:23 · answer #4 · answered by laplandfan 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's ok as far as i'm concerned. my best friend is an ex. as for things you shouldn't do...
that depends on your view on the situation, do you think you are doing anything wrong? are you just friends or something more? also you new partners view (if you have one).
but some people will be annoyed even if you simply stay in touch with an ex, these are the people to leave behind. who is s/he to say who you're friends with? X
2007-02-19 19:40:21 · answer #5 · answered by Pat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok this is tricky! See with me...i stay friends with EVERYONE! If they will talk to me, then i'm a loyal friend and talk to them...I think its ok to stay friends with ex's as long as you are both on the same page and you should make sure they are by talking about it because more then likely if an x is ok with staying your friend then it's because they are still interested in you and think they will always have that chance still...SO i say make sure if thats all your wanting is just FRIENDS then make that clear to them!
2007-02-19 19:32:46 · answer #6 · answered by Greeneyes 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its fine to stay in touch. Just set the rules at the start, so any future girl/boy freinds of the ex know you are on the scene and they know you are friends.
2007-02-19 19:29:52 · answer #7 · answered by sambucaman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's best if you don't. How many times have you read about the odd fling with the ex, during a time of being needy. The fact is you were once attracted to this person, therefore it will never go away.
2007-02-19 19:30:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have a new friend, he/she will not understand your being in touch and it may bring problems. if you have a hope to get relations on its previous level when you were together, you may use it as a chance, but it is low. so you may try, but it works only if you were not too much in love and it was a kind of flirt, otherwise it will hurt someone- u or your ex, or your current. my hope and wish to be together with my ex. but i try not to bother him. 2 months not in touch and it is like an eternity
2007-02-23 05:25:30 · answer #9 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Treat them like you would any other friend you have. I don't think it's a problem to stay in touch with them if you parted nicely. But if they are treating you badly or making snide references about your former relationship, I wouldn't waste my time on them. If they're cool, staying in touch should be cool too. Good luck!!
2007-02-19 19:30:31 · answer #10 · answered by roritr2005 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Im friends with my exboyfriend because we tried it three times and nearly ended up killing each other. we chat on the phone and he comes to see me but we never do anything because we know that we're not good for each other.We are more like brother and sister now, lol. Im sure as long as you both know where you stand with each other it should be fine, and your partner should trust you. But if you still have feelings or an attraction, then I think you should distance yourselves.
2007-02-19 19:57:49 · answer #11 · answered by buff1ne 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋