After a divorce, it’s difficult to know when it’s right to start dating again. There are some simple tips by Jason McClain to getting to a place where you are ready to begin that new stage in your life. One of which is to get those feelings out with a counselor or friend who can help you know if you’re ready. Avoid rebounds. Don’t talk badly about your ex. Know where you are. Try new things with dating. Celebrate what you find. Be patient. Don’t repeat past mistakes, and let yourself enjoy what you find.
Key Takeaways:
- Dating after divorce. Ah. When my ex and I first separated, it felt exciting to date and also, a bit like dodging bullets. While it wasn’t a whole new world — I had obviously dated before — it was still a new playing field and I came into dating differently this time, than I had before marriage.
- Jason McClain, urges you to reach out before dating and spend time with a good counselor or best friend to air out your feelings. Does either individual believe you are ready to date again? Ask for an honest answer.
- No one else can heal your sad heart — not even a sexy body or handsome face. Using someone to “forget an ex” is only going to get the other person hurt and you in trouble.
“When my ex and I first separated, it felt exciting to date and also, a bit like dodging bullets. While it wasn’t a whole new world — I had obviously dated before — it was still a new playing field and I came into dating differently this time, than I had before marriage.”
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