8 Rules for Remaining Friends with Your Ex Boyfriend
5. Don’t be bitter about him
If you really want to stay as good friends, please honor the relationship that you two once had. Never commit the mistake of bad-mouthing your ex boyfriend in front of your gal pals, family or even coworkers. All this bitterness and trash talk might just reach your ex and he may cut you off from his life forever. Then, no friendship or any sort of relationship!
6. Don’t get all flirty
Avoid that naughty glint in the eye! He is not your man anymore, sweetie. Flirting with your ex is a sure no-no if you intend to maintain a pure, platonic friendship. No deliberate hand brushes, no coy ‘cute’ texts and strictly no covert hints of ‘hey, we could still be great together’.
7. Don’t discuss your current flames
This will put undue pressure on both of you. It’ll get really awkward if you chat about your current boyfriend and how amazing he is. Plus, you seriously don’t want to know who your ex has fallen hook, line and sinker for, right? So, make sure that whenever you and your ex meet up steer clear of topics that bring back old memories and uncomfortable pauses.
8. Don’t dwell on yesterday
Sometimes being just good friends can be really tiring, especially when you are still hoping to get back together. But, remember there was a reason why you two broke up so, again coming into a romantic relation will most probably just dig out old wounds. Reminiscing about your good ol’ days will get you nowhere. Instead, be happy and free in this beautiful new friendship.
