Getting over someone you had once loved so dearly could be hard. The love may have turned to a bitter hate state during and even more so, after the break up. Many singles make the biggest mistake of their life after break up and that is to get into a relationship too quickly. You need some time for yourself before you get into all that. So how do you know when the time has come for you to finally start dating someone?

First and foremost, you need to be sure that you are over your ex. This is a very important aspect. You may think that a new person in your life will eventually make you forget your ex. However, for many this is not the case. Hence, take time to get over your ex. Keep your options open while you are at it but never rush into a relationship just to find solace.

You can be sure you have gotten over your ex when you are able to do the normal stuff without thinking about your ex. You are able to listen to music without thinking about your ex. You are able to enjoy moments with your other friends without thinking about the wonderful relationship you had shared with your ex before. These are all indications that you are over you ex and are ready to start dating again.

You can be sure that you are ready to date again when you no longer think about ex in a manner full of hateful. You stop thinking about how your ex did you wrong or how your ex treated you bad. And, you have stopped trying to find ways to get back at your ex. In other words, you have learn to forgive, not only your ex but also yourself. This is a good indication that you are ready to start dating again.

A very helpful hint that you should start dating someone is when you start feeling in love with yourself again. When you take the time out to do activities that you had always wanted to do, you discover yourself. This will make you worthwhile in your own eyes. Once this happens, you become much more self confident. This self confidence will guide you in making your next relationship better. Hence, once you are self confident and raring to go, it’s a clear hint that you should start dating someone.

Another hint that you are ready to start dating again is quite natural. You meet someone from your social circle or from your usual hangouts, and that special someone sparks an interest. This is god-sent, if you ask me and a clear sign that you should get to know the person who kindled that spark. This kind of spark has the greatest potential to help you put the past behind you and move on in life.

In conclusion, you need to time your dating once you are out of a relationship. Jumping right in is going to make you much more emotional and vulnerable. Take time to find yourself, and learn to forgive yourself and your ex. Not all love stories are made to last. You just have to build lasting memories and a meaningful life.