Start dating after a breakup

How to Get Back Into Dating After a Long-Term Relationship Crumbles

All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. When it comes to post-breakup dating, there are two main philosophies: One is that, if you date right after a breakup, you're rebounding, which is unhealthy. Then there's the whole idea that "the best way to get over someone is to get under someone else. How long should you really wait to date after a breakup? Paulette Kouffman Sherman, Psy.

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There are few things in life worse than getting your heart broken. Is there such a thing as too soon to start dating again after going through a breakup? Not only is it a supremely sad experience, there are all kinds of other emotions — anger, regret, bitterness, even happiness in some cases — that can be super confusing to sort through. I usually tell people not to give in to the fear. Sometimes we need to lean into the fear instead of allowing it to dictate the direction of our lives.

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Last Updated: May 24, Fact Checked. Sarah Schewitz, Psy. She received her Psy.

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How to Start Dating After A Breakup

Barbara is a writer and speaker who is passionate about mental health, overall wellness, and women's issues. If you've experienced a breakup, but have given yourself time to heal, you may feel ready to trust someone with your heart again. How do you get back to navigating the dating world while protecting your mental and emotional health?

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