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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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4meAndyou · F
Be careful. There is such a thing as a rebound.

But that doesn't mean you can't ENJOY your life! Don't put more emphasis on it than you should, but leave the door open for happiness to come in. ☺️☺️☺️
ImpeccablyImperfect · 51-55, F
@4meAndyou yes, I’m really not interested in starting something…being very cautious.….I will just enjoy the fact that I even [b]can[/b] still feel butterflies! I had actually wondered if I was broken 🤦‍♀️
4meAndyou · F
@ImpeccablyImperfect I know exactly what you mean. After my divorce from the third ex, I was so numb from the abuse that I, also, thought something inside me had died. And then I met someone, also.
ImpeccablyImperfect · 51-55, F
@4meAndyou aww that’s terrific. I’m happy for you! 🌺