Navigating Friendship with an Ex: The No-Contact Rule and Recovery

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Episode 2026:

Eddie Corbano of Loves A Game.com delves into the complex emotions and challenges surrounding post-breakup relationships, specifically the feasibility of maintaining friendships with ex-partners. Drawing from personal experience and scientific studies, Corbano explores the emotional difficulties, potential for prolonged pain, and the factors influencing the success of such friendships. His insights are a blend of personal narratives and research findings, offering a nuanced view on this emotionally charged topic.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovesagame.com/is-being-friends-with-an-ex-possible-listen-to-my-father/

Quotes to ponder:

"You can’t hope to stay friends if you are still emotionally involved in the relationship."

"No-Contact is the quickest way to healing after a breakup or divorce."

"The feasibility of a post-breakup friendship definitely depends on the quality of the previous romantic relationship and post-breakup interactions."

Episode references:

The Journal of Social and Personal Relationships: Journal of Social and Personal Relationships.

The Journal of Social Psychology: Journal of Social Psychology​​.

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