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Is there an acceptable waiting period after a breakup...?

Before you start imagining or having thoughts of seeing other people?
You see, my guy and I broke up in November and I have been very adamant that I am [i][b]not[/b][/i] interested in seeing anyone, or starting anything new.
I recognize that I need time to do some healing, and to figure myself out before I even [i]think[/i] of dating again.
I assumed this would take some time, perhaps even a year or two…
The thing is, yesterday while at work, a man came in whom I haven’t seen for a long time (he is a regular customer, but I have been away from work) and he made it clear he very happy to see me back. AND I GOT SOME BUTTERFLIES!!!!
We had fun chatting and flirting, and I enjoyed it!

Now, I find myself looking forward to the next time he comes in….and this surprises me….it really does.
I did not expect to have these kinds of thoughts for a LONG time yet….?
Doesn’t it seem too soon???
Uuuurrrggghhhh why do I have to be such a frikken [i]girl[/i]!????!
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Ashly · 26-30, F
It’s tough after a break up, you feel like you need time to heal and that’s true, but we’re all different. It takes some people longer to recover and that’s ok.

I love that you felt butterflies when you talked to that man ☺️ It’s a sign that you’re ready to get out there again. The heart doesn’t lie, you can’t help who you have feelings for ♥️
ImpeccablyImperfect · 51-55, F
@Ashly I don’t think these were ‘feelings’ per se…more likely just the effects of the sun shining again 😉