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April 28, 2025 • 19 mins

💭 Can you truly move on while keeping your ex in your life? This episode dives into the emotional, practical, and relational challenges of post-breakup friendships—when they work, when they don’t, and how to navigate them.

 

Inside This Episode:

❤️ Why do some people stay friends with an ex? Shared history, mutual respect, or just avoiding awkwardness?

🛑 When it’s a bad idea. Mixed signals, lingering feelings, and the struggle to truly move on.

🗣️ How to set boundaries. Friendship only works when both parties are on the same page—no blurred lines.

⏳ The role of time and space. Taking a break before trying to be friends can be the difference between healing and heartbreak.

đź’ˇ Does being friends impact future relationships? How new partners feel about it and when transparency is key.

đźš© Red flags to watch for. Is the friendship really healthy, or just an excuse to hold on?

 

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💬 Let’s Keep This Conversation Going! Can you be friends with an ex? Have you tried? Let’s talk—DM me, email me, or share your thoughts on socials.

 

If this episode spoke to you, send it to a friend who needs to hear it. Until next time—stay true to you.

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