One of my friends, Sarah, managed to be friends with her ex, Tom. They realized that they had more in common as friends than as a couple. They both loved hiking and started going on hikes together again. It was a bit awkward at first, but they just focused on their shared hobby and now they're good friends. They support each other in their new relationships too.
There's this couple I know, Lily and Mark. Their break - up was really amicable. They had been together for a long time and had a lot of shared memories. Instead of cutting each other off, they decided to stay friends. They still go to family events together as they had become close to each other's families. They respect each other's new relationships and often give each other advice on work and life. It shows that it is possible to transition from a romantic relationship to a platonic friendship if both parties are mature enough.
Well, I have a story about being friends with an ex myself. After we broke up, we took some time apart. Then we reconnected at a mutual friend's party. We talked about how much we had grown since the break - up. We found that we could have really great conversations without the relationship pressure. Now, we often meet for coffee and talk about books we've read or movies we've seen. It's like we're two old friends who just happened to date once.
Yes, it can be a good idea. For example, my ex and I were in the same study group in college. After the break - up, we continued to study together. We were both focused on our academic goals and our shared ambition helped us stay friends. We didn't let the past relationship get in the way. We would even help each other with difficult assignments. Eventually, we both graduated with good grades and we still keep in touch, just as friends.
Well, for me, being friends with an ex was strange at first. We had to get used to not having the romantic aspect. But we found that we still had common interests like our love for hiking. We could talk about new trails and share pictures. It was like starting a new kind of relationship based on friendship, but we also had to be careful not to cross the line and re - kindle old feelings.
Definitely. In some cases, if you have mutual friends, being friends with an ex can keep the social circle harmonious. Also, you might have shared some great memories in the past, and as friends, you can still cherish those memories without the romantic attachment. It can add a unique dimension to your friendship. You can learn from the relationship you had and grow as individuals while still being in each other's lives in a positive way.
One success story is that my friend texted her ex simply saying she found an old photo of them and it made her smile. Her ex was intrigued and they started chatting. Eventually, they got back together. Another case was a guy who texted his ex asking for advice on something he knew she was good at. It led to more conversations and rekindled their relationship.
One success story I know is about a couple who broke up due to long - distance issues. They remained friends and over time, started to share their feelings again. They worked on building trust and eventually got back together. They are now happily married.
First, communicate your feelings to your best friend. Let her know that it makes you uncomfortable. For example, say something like 'I'm not okay with you still being friends with my ex'. Second, set boundaries. Maybe ask her not to talk about your ex in front of you. I did this with my best friend, and it worked out okay in the end. Third, try to focus on your own life and new relationships. Don't let this situation consume you.
There are indeed. One case I heard was that a guy and his ex-girlfriend remained friends. They were honest with each other about their feelings and boundaries. They now often hang out in the same friend group, and their friendship has even strengthened over time. They learned from their past relationship mistakes and made their friendship better.
Well, it really depends. Some of these stories are real, but they are often the exception rather than the rule. For instance, if the ex - couple had a deep emotional connection that was overshadowed by a short - term problem. But generally, we should be cautious about believing all getting your ex back stories. It's important to assess your own situation objectively. If the relationship was toxic or there were fundamental differences that couldn't be resolved, it's less likely that those stories will apply to you.
One real story is about Tom and Lily. They were friends who decided to be friends with benefits. At first, it was all about physical attraction. They would meet up casually, have a great time together, and then part ways. But over time, Lily started to develop deeper feelings. Tom, on the other hand, still just wanted the no - strings - attached aspect. Eventually, it led to some tension between them and they had to re - evaluate their relationship.
One story I know is about two colleagues at work. They were really good friends and found they had a mutual attraction. So they decided to be friends with benefits. They would go on dates sometimes, like going to the movies or having dinner, and then end the night at one of their places. It worked well for a while as they could enjoy each other's company both platonically and physically. But eventually, one of them started to develop deeper feelings and it got a bit complicated.