Do I Need Closure After A Breakup Before Dating Again?
There is a common belief that you can\’t go forward until there is closure of the old relationship. So is closure a must? I feel the answer is unique to each individual. Some people never really reach what is viewed as closure, and still are able to go on to be successful at relationships.
What is closure anyway? Is it that ah-ha moment when you can let go of the past and have forgiveness? And is it absolutely necessary to be able to date again? Lets see:
There Is A Difference Between Dating & Relationships
When you are dating there really is no emotional commitment. There might be attraction and nervousness, going on but it\’s at a pretty minor scale. Dating is like a practice run so there really isn\’t any closure needed.
When comparing dating to a relationship it\’s like comparing a soap box derby to a NASCAR race. There is a whole lot more to a relationship, especially when you have involved 100% of your love, your dreams and your future plans.
We have so much invested in a relationship, and the closure process comes in the form of getting back the control of our love, our dreams and or future visions. Until we have command of these emotions we will find it very difficult to start the process of a successful future with someone new.
With That Said…You Know What Sucks?
Lets just say you find another, they have the looks that you like, they are funny, they have manners and they smell good. What sucks is if you are not in control of your feelings from your last relationship this new one doesn\’t have a chance.
This might not be what you want to hear but you should really hold off pursuing a relationship until you can be OK without having your ex in your life. Until you can move on without them refrain from getting into any relationship.
Does that mean you are unable to date? No, dating has actually been shown to help people take command of their emotions again.
Getting Back Your Emotions
Here are the facts: When talking about dating, closure is not a must but to achieve a successful long term relationship closure is a must. The investment in time and energy to get a handle on your emotions will pay you back for a long time. Because it\’s not fair to you or the other person, know matter how good they smell.
Taking control of your emotions might be one of the hardest and scariest things you have ever had to do. You need to look at the big picture, the picture of you with a happy future, no matter how scary it might seem now.
There are times when it\’s not the right answer to seek closure and move on. If you\’re still in love with your ex you don\’t have to move on until you\’re ready to. You can get your ex back I can show you how. The Make Up Plan





