Dating After Divorce

When do I start dating again?

The time to start dating again after a divorce is when you feel happy about yourself. And you feel ready to start dating. But beware, you do need to weigh up, that there are pros and cons to dating. And you need to work out, before you embark on another long term relationship, exactly why the old one went wrong.

My ex has a new partner - what do I do?

If your ex has a new partner following your divorce, there isn't really much that you can do about it. Perhaps ask yourself why you're worried about this new partner and remind yourself of all those reasons why you're divorced. Ask whether you now can draw a line under the relationship and accept that you are both going to go off in different directions.

My ex is upset that I have a new partner - what do I do?

If your ex is upset that you've got a new partner following a divorce, then you could ask them why they feel upset. You don't actually really need to do anything, because it's your life and it's your choice to take a new partner, but it's polite to ask.