9 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Stay Friends With Your Ex

Breaking up is a painful thing to do. It can be a real struggle to move on with your life. But if the end of the relationship was amicable, should you remain close friends? It might sound like a good idea, after all there are still so many memories that you share together. But on the other hand, it can create complications, especially when your goal is to eventually find a new love of your life. Here are 8 reasons why you shouldn’t stay good friends after your romantic relationship is over.

1. Hurt feelings abound

One of the worst things post-breakup is discovering that your former partner has found a rebound. It might even be The One. Meanwhile, you’re still stuck in the single’s life. It’s not that you don’t want them to be happy, it’s just that they will end up sharing all of this with you if you decide to remain close friends.