Can we still be friends? It’s likely to be the first question that comes to your mind when you break up. The answer may not be as simple or direct as you think. It depends on a lot of factors – the kind of relationship you had with your ex or how badly you want to be friends with the person. Also, the question arises… is it even worth it? Is it healthy to stay friends with your ex?
Why do people want to stay friends with their ex?
When a relationship ends, it’s usually due to bad habits, cheating, unsupportive partner, lack of communication or giving up on the relationship. So, when people break up with their partner, it’s not usually for good reasons. And things get quite bitter after that.
Still, some people want to stay friends with their ex. Maybe, because they enjoy having the person in their life. Having spent so many years together, they can’t imagine not having them in their life. Or maybe, they don’t like to end things on a bad note. Cutting ties with a romantic partner is not easy. A partner is someone you tell everything to. Opening up in front of them makes you vulnerable. That’s why when you break up, you not only lose a love partner but lose a friend as well. Therefore, people decide to keep their friendship even if they have to lose the romance.
Now the question comes… can you really be friends with your ex?
To be honest, you get to decide. But is being friends with an ex truly possible? It’s not impossible, but it’s not going to be easy. You can’t simply slip into being friends with your ex without a problem. The romantic feelings don’t just disappear, and they may create a problem.
There are certain things you did not like in your partner, which you can’t point out every time being a friend. Because they no longer affect your life like it did when you were together. You’ll have to deal with them.
Ultimately, it’s going to depend on what you think is best for you and your ex. Be prepared to face a few bumps in the road or some awkward hangouts while you figure out the new friendship. Make sure you are staying friends for the right reasons.
