I’m currently a few weeks out of getting broken up with, and during the breakup my ex asked if we could stay friends. It’s really confusing as I saw myself being with this person indefinitely, and I can’t shake off that feeling immediately, but I feel bummed to completely say goodbye to them. I guess I’m not sure if by being friends, I’ll be able to actually have that friendship in a healthy way, or if it’ll actually be hard to not have those prior feelings present.
I’m wondering if people stay friends with an Ex after they break up. Specifically if the breakup isn’t wanted by both sides and there aren’t any kids involved. And you were dating long enough that you loved them.
Anyone still friends with an ex that decided you weren’t the one who ended the relationship?