By Dr. Laura Berman Provided by: The Berman Center

The Art of Intimacy

Dating After a Breakup: 4 Things You Must Know By Dr. Laura Berman - Posted Fri, Aug 22, 2008, 2:53 pm PDT

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  • 1. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sun, Aug 24, 2008, 2:26 pm PDT

    Some people are just so accustomed to having a partner that have to find a new one asap. It is important to heal before you start a new relationship. I like the last part about sleepovers.....lol.... No children at my place....Ha !!! Wink , Wink !!!! Bottom line here is find someone you like to be with. Don't try to fill the void to quickly after a break up. I have seen people go out and find the first person to take the ex's place and settle for someone they don't particularly like being with. You will know if they are a keeper when you spend some time with them. Lots of fish in the sea. When you find the one you like, take them home !!!

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  • 2. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sun, Aug 24, 2008, 2:32 pm PDT

    I have just come out of an abusive marriage with 4 kids and its so true about the suggestions here in this article. I have been leaning on friends for support and have been excercising which has helped my self esteem too. Now I know time will heal all wounds and I will find love again. Thanks.

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  • 3. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sun, Aug 24, 2008, 3:23 pm PDT

    Why are single people made to feel they HAVE to be dating or in a relationship ?? A person (male or female) should be treated with respect, enjoy the single life and the freedom that it gives you, allow other people the same rights and the same happiness. Stop trying, relax, enjoy life.

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  • 4. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sun, Aug 24, 2008, 8:42 pm PDT

    This is just common sense - "You are not going to meet Mr. or Mrs. Right if you never leave the comfort and safety of your own living room". Well, now that I know that, success is bound to be around the corner.

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  • 5. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sun, Aug 24, 2008, 8:45 pm PDT

    why do peple read this get out there an be sleazy theres nothin wrong with a lil gang bang its heathy

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  • 6. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sun, Aug 24, 2008, 11:26 pm PDT

    wot about if ur breaking up with the guy u latched onto to fill the void of your 12 year marriage , when u like spending time with him but in the scheme of things 2 jobs 3 kids he just dosnt measure up to yur newly found confidence and expectations, wot if no will now???

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  • 7. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Aug 25, 2008, 12:14 am PDT

    deeley, no guy or gal shldnt just be single 4eva, being sum1s gf or bf isnt so bad. u shld try having a bf sumtime.

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  • 8. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Aug 25, 2008, 10:18 am PDT

    This post from the blog's author is very nice work. Thanks!

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  • 9. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Aug 25, 2008, 4:40 pm PDT

    I agree that you have to let yourself heal. I had to go through this a number of times. I found that now that I'm older I can handle it better than when I was younger. When I was younger I was too idealistic. That just made it all the harder to deal with. But yes boys and girls, get out there and be with your friends and family!!! Nothing will cure a relationship loss like these two!

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  • 10. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Tue, Aug 26, 2008, 11:09 pm PDT

    if the stupid photo on the home page of the guy with the FAUX-hawk is any example, you folks don't know your love-life from a hole in the ground. please, THAT look is not cute, or funny. it's just insulting.

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  • 11. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Tue, Aug 26, 2008, 11:10 pm PDT

    if the stupid photo on the home page of the guy with the FAUX-hawk is any example, you folks don't know your love-life from a hole in the ground. please, THAT look is not cute, or funny. it's just insulting.

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  • 12. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Tue, Aug 26, 2008, 11:55 pm PDT

    Basic advice that has been repeated time and again. Friends and family are great to have, however in a break-up, the sides are already picked. A therapist is not needed in every situation as well. I'm am so tired of hearing about that aspect (granted in some cases it is not only benefical, but crucial). Overly repeated rhetoric.

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  • 13. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Wed, Aug 27, 2008, 2:22 am PDT

    Every little bit helps! Thought this info was worth it for my heart was getting quite sad.

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  • 14. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Wed, Aug 27, 2008, 6:01 am PDT

    Sorry Dr. but when you call ,having sex, a "sleepover" it undermines your crediability.

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  • 15. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Wed, Aug 27, 2008, 6:17 am PDT

    Sorry Dr. but when you call ,having sex, a "sleepover" it undermines your crediability.

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