What to do when you share friends with your ex?
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How To Heal After A Breakup Even When You Have Mutual Friends With Your Ex
- Be honest with yourself about your intentions.
- Don’t rush into social settings where your ex will be.
- Avoid any small group activities.
- Don’t put it on your friends.
- Nourish the friendships you don’t share with your ex.
Should you stay friends with your friends ex?
Talk to your friend: If the friendship between you and your friend’s ex happened because of your friend, it’s important to check with him or her, if they are fine with you staying in touch with their ex. If your friend doesn’t approve of you socialising with their ex, try reducing such interaction.
Is it possible to have a platonic relationship with an ex?
While it’s completely normal to still love your ex, it doesn’t make for a good foundation of a platonic friendship. Breakups are painful and being friends with someone who you love and can’t be with is hard. In that case, a platonic friendship just isn’t a great idea.
How to deal with your partner’s friendship with an ex?
Dealing with exes can be difficult, especially if they are your partner’s. If you’re struggling to cope with your partner’s friendship with an ex, talk to your partner about it. Let them know how you feel and discuss any boundaries you wish to have.
How to deal with a partner who has multiple exes?
Consider the personal variables regarding your partner and think about they affect you. If your partner has friendships with multiple exes, they may want to keep peace and enjoy friendships. Yet, if they single out one person and make frequent contact, this may alarm you more. Avoid comparing yourself to their ex.
How do I make contact with my ex husband?
Make contact. After you’ve spent some serious time on yourself and you feel ready to take the plunge, call, text, email, or otherwise contact your ex. Test the waters gently – you may want to talk to one of his friends first to get a sense of his emotional state beforehand.
What to do if you don’t trust your partner’s ex?
If you don’t trust your partner, ask yourself why. Staying friends with exes isn’t always a problem, but there should be clear boundaries and the friendship should never infringe on your relationship in any way. [4] Dating Coach Expert Interview. 29 September 2020. Tell your partner about your needs.