7 Signs You Shouldn't Befriend Your Ex ...

By Kati

7 Signs You Shouldn't Befriend Your Ex ...

Do you believe that you can't be friends with your ex? Well, whether you believe the old adage or not, there are some ex's that you just can't be friends with. I mean, great friends are hard to find, but great friends who've shared your heart and your bed? As rare as hen's teeth, I'd say, and potentially very painful. Here are the signs you should steer clear...

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1

You Still Love Him

So this one seems obvious, but it is really important. If there is even a niggling doubt of a feeling left for him, don't try to be his friend. You'll just relight the fire, and there is a reason he is an ex! Wishful thinking and exes are a really, really bad idea. Don't even try it!

2

He Still Loves You

You'll know if he is harbouring hidden feelings...and any suspicion you have should be met with a suddenly packed schedule and much less contact. It might be a huge confidence boost to know he is lusting after you, but it causes a turbo-charged atmosphere that's just waiting to explode!

3

You Didn't Get along

If you didn't make good friends while you were dating, you don't have much chance afterwards! Cancel out the chemistry and sex, and you'll be left with two people who just don't get on. Whether it's a differing of opinions and morals or just a personality clash, don't waste your time!

4

You Cheated

Or he did. It doesn't matter who...friends who betray each other will never get on again, couples who do it just don't have a chance. Being friends involves being honest, frank and direct, as well as caring for the other person and looking out for their best interests, and if it didn't work in the relationship, it won't work out of it. Walk away from this one...trust me, it'll never work!

5

Your His Bank

If he still treats your money as his, or you owe him, keep the relationship civil and professional. This new kind of relationship requires a completely clean slate, without feelings or emotions messing it up. Be polite and friendly, but keep him out of your dramas, and don't take him out for a drink. Cut your losses here, sort out the financial mess and walk away. Money and relationships? A definite do-not-mix!

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6

He's Sexy

Okay, so there might be more to it then that, but if you can't keep your hands off him, keep your distance. You'll never move on while you are sleeping with him, and you'll open yourself up to falling back in love with him and having your heart crushed when he introduces you to his new girlfriend ten minutes after you slept with last. Take it from one with experience, if you can't resist, remove the temptation!

7

You Can't Trust Him

Whether you were right or wrong, if a lack of trust eroded the relationship, don't try to prop up the relationship. You need your friends to be there for you, emotionally strong and completely trustable. If he couldn't do that for his girlfriend, he'll be even worse for his friends!

Of course, some relationships exist just to prove the general rule wrong...there are some people who will do these things and still maintain a friendship, but you can guarantee one of them will have suffered more pain due to their decision to try and be friends. And who wants that!? Leave your exes in the past, and go find Mr Right instead! And, of course, let me know what you think of these...

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This is so true, and I don't want to be friends with my ex. But sadly, I'm constantly forced to see him because he is friends with ALL of my friends. Ugh!

I think in time you can... After you've both moved on. But I believe in no contact if feelings are going to get in the way...you'll just prolong the pain and not get over it.

oddly i have the 7 signs, except from the bank thing thou

Yes thats true. Thats why I believe it is possible to befriends again.

I think it can be possible to be friend with your ex, I know many such people and they are not Dodo.

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