How long do you have to wait to be with someone so they aren't considered a rebound after a break-up?
475474
how long does it take for you to get over your ex. its never good to get into another situation if your not over the first. just like having sex and before i cumm you move on. get it
738390
you dont wanna be a rebound wait and give him some time then find out how he feels \n\nteh last thing you to be is a rebound
313492
The recovery period varies for each individual and the issue of knowing when you no longer love somebody is when your heart stops skipping a beat at any response from that person or those ations that used to lure/attract you to him in the first place.\nOne normally recovers after a break-up when one involves in other activities that are of interest and having hope that somebody else was destined to be the "right soul-mate"
960224
He is getting his cake and eating it too.  He is able to get the companionship without the relationship and that is not fair!  You have to find a rebound guy.  I know this might not sound right but you need to have someone else spark your interest to get your mind off of him.  Or if he continues to contact you like he does after another month or so and he does not get another girlfriend there still might be a chance for you.  Just hang around and always be there when he calls but at some point you have to cut him off and see what his reaction is.  If he wonders as to why you are not as available anymore that may spark feelings that you are looking for or you might just have to go with the rebound guy.
954010
If you don't feel ready to date then don't.  When me and my ex broke up about 2 years ago (we've been together for a year)  I didn't want to date anyone for a year...and I didn't date anyone.  It's up to when you think you are ready to date again.  It's different with different people.  Some people heal faster than others.  But in the mean time you should keep busy.  Do things that you like to do.  After we broke up, I did a lot of volunteering.  That made me feel good because I was helping ones in need and it made me realize that things could be a lot worse than breaking up with a boy/girlfriend.  So just find things you like to do and keep your good friends around because they can be a great help as well.  Most importantly don't date until you are ready.  Don't let your boys pressure you into dating because that could make the your situation worse.  Well I hoped that helped.
522395
You have people who are emotionally healthy and will take some space inbetween dating and truly look at their past relationship and examine what part they had in the demise of the relationship.   \n\nOther can not stand being alone and must feel that void of a lost love with someone immediately.  This is not healthy because what they are really doing is carrying the same baggage and problems into the next relationship which will have the same outcome.   They call this getting over the ex but they are just replacing them with another player.\n\nWhether I am infatuated or believe I love someone I do not go into another relationship after the break-up.  I alway take time and space to get my head clear.
197025
It just takes time to move on. You need to let it go. I had the same problem once. I finaly got over him when I found someone else that I knew was better for me. But beware rebound relationsips don't work either. I'd say 5 months is long enough to linger over a relationship that was as short as yours. Find someone new and MOVE ON!!!
588689
just be there for her right now..she is on the rebound and that is not a good time to get with her..she has to get over him..just be patient and if you play your cards right you will get your chance..
603435
Ok...Sometimes we do think someone is the "one", but as time goes by being apart, usually the feelings also grow apart as life moves on. which means, we just thought that person was the "one"... Thats how it generally works... NOW, in the rare occasion.. it works differently.. I will use myself as example. I was dating a guy for 2 years, we both said we were the "one" each other wanted to be with (no proposal tho), well I ended up breaking things off (he had been jobless a while).. He wanted back with me for a while, but i wouldnt... Time passed by, we both lived our seperate lives, but talked on the phone occasionaly (maybe 6 times in 2 yrs).. We both had our new relationships and new breakups.. After two yrs of being apart I had a bad situation happen to me, and he was the only one who came running to help me.. ANd our relationship has begun again.. we both realized there were things we both were wrong about before, and  lessons were learned in our time apart.. The only difference is, noone cheated on anyone... That can really bruise someone's ego and self esteem, and make it hard for them to trust anyone again.. before your ex would consider being with you again, he'd have to gain trust in you back.. I'd suggest to him to try out being friends , hanging out (no sex) talking on the phone, etc.. to see what can be built up between you two. If you are meant to be together, you will be.. I'm proof of that
374567
First off, did you all of a sudden realize the current relationship was unhappy only when your new savior arrived? Or was it already crumbling? If the former is the case, then the fact is you're looking for something new and need a copout. But if the relationship you had was already on its way out, then let that fall completely out and see how the new thing goes. I warn that this may just become a quick fling. Infatuation in rebound over a long-term relationship occurs extremely frequently. But if that's what must be, then let it be. Just understand that you're probably not on the way to a new romance with the sitter's brother, but rather a stepping stone on the way to recovery with the soon-to-be-ex. I hope that if you take this course of action, you do not end up regretting it and realizing you had it so good with the ex and now it's too late because an impulse got you to think you found something that just wasn't there with an old flame.
898868
Hi Eugene T, My question is..."Do you really want a girl who is rebounding from a relationship"? And, it sounds like your rebounding too. Please take this "SLOWLY". I know, I sound like a parent...that's because I am! LOL! Focus on your friends/classmates/sports etc. There is plenty of time. Wouldn't you rather take it slow and learn more about "her" break-up[both sides of the story?], while "reflecting" on what went wrong with your relationship? OK OK, I've lectured you enough! XOXO Moonpie P.S. And go with those words of wisdom from diagofald..."HIT IT"!
1163901
There is a time after a breakup where the pain of parting is greater than the need for someone new. The more you cared for them, the longer it takes. The trick is knowing when to move on.
1142110
Keep yourself busy and try not to think about it.  Hang out with friends, flirt with cute boys, whatever works.  If you start dating someone new it will be because of a rebound, so be prepared for it not to last and to risk hurting the new guy.
391152
You can find someone else who is a little different from him. Not a rebound. Before you know it your caught up with someone who you never thought you would be with and liking it.
223002
long enough to be sure that you are absolutely compatible, it's not a matter of time... and a breakup on the way is not important as long as it helped you to get  to know and understand each other better. Take your time, it's a life-long commitment...good luck
130099
only after you both have gotten completely over the break-up...It could take a month maybe even a year
393845
I think it is something that will just take time.  If your goal is to forget about him, it won't happen.  Rather, be greatful that you had an opportunity at such a rewarding relationship - not the most common thing.  Maybe you are not ready to be with someone else, and need more time to heal from the break.  Time does heal all.