Or is this completely socially unacceptable?
2007-03-15 03:55:52 · 20 answers · asked by Drew W 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
I think that depends on the couple involved. I have male friends that I used to date but they all know I'm with my boyfriend and he knows about them. When one of them started getting too flirty he was asked to back off a bit and did. Otherwise it hasn't been too big of a deal.
2007-03-15 04:02:03 · answer #1 · answered by indydst8 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it's not socially unacceptable, and many remain good friends with their former significant others. The problems only begin when the new significant other finds it impossible to believe that they're just good friends. The real issue becomes one of trust and honesty. Many people will say they're just friends, but still mess around; while others, are being honest when they say they're just good friends.
2007-03-15 04:01:15 · answer #2 · answered by grandm 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not so much about being socially unacceptable, but to have that expectation for someone you have dated is not particularly realistic. If it happens on it's own, without emotional manipulation from either of you, then more power to you.
2007-03-15 04:01:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it's based on whether or not u're married. Having old flames as friends can be dangerous. Old flames have a way of sometimes reigniting. It's alright to have friends of the opposite sex, but we must have boundaries in order to keep friendship from crossing over to relationship, especially if friendship is all one is seeking.
2007-03-15 04:10:40 · answer #4 · answered by thrillseeker 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're adult about the situation and can mutually agree to be friends and only friends, yes it can happen. It doesn't work when the other person refuses to let go of what you shared before the break-up. Of course, you'll want to be mindful of the other person's feelings and not make them feel uncomfortable or alienated in certain situations that can become sticky.
2007-03-15 03:59:24 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a few friends that I went out with and nothing came out of it. We just figured we were better off friends. There is nothing wrong with it. And I am just honest about it if a new man comes into my life. Sometimes people are just not compatible in the dating scene but can be the greatest of friends.
2007-03-15 04:02:50 · answer #6 · answered by debrenee211 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if you want to keep your spouse or boy/girl friend.
The other person will and should consider this completely unacceptable...and they are they one who counts.
If you think otherwise, it's because you have ulterior motives.
2007-03-15 03:59:09 · answer #7 · answered by Just a friend. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's only socially unacceptable to your new girlfriend, who is being insecure.
2007-03-15 03:58:56 · answer #8 · answered by pokecheckme 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's called being an adult about it of course as long as you stay only friends with that person....If teenagers can do so can adults
2007-03-15 03:59:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's ok usually. If it bothers the persons current partner it should be reconsidered.
2007-03-15 04:10:19 · answer #10 · answered by wishtodream 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋