8 Brutal Truths You Need To Know Before Dating A Divorced Man
Dating can be rough. Dating someone who's going through a divorce can be even harder.
The older you get, the more likely it is that you’ll end up dating a divorcee. While this may seem like an odd thing to consider or proof of yet another failed marriage, it’s essential to focus on the positive aspects of the situation.
For instance, dating a guy who’s been previously married proves that he has the ability and willingness to commit to one person. More so, it’s also a sign that he knows what he wants in a relationship.
Here are eight things you should think about before dating someone who's going through a divorce
1. You'll have to time it right
When it comes to dating someone who’s going through a divorce, timing is everything. In fact, you may even be surprised at how much of a difference even a few months can make. Getting involved with a guy who's in the early stages of divorce is a lot tougher than getting involved with someone who is nearly finished with the process. Since he will experience a ton of emotions while dealing with the divorce, it'll be harder for him to start a new, healthy relationship with you.
As much as he may think he's ready to move on, chances are the separation is going to be tougher than he imagined. Simply put, if the timing is off, the relationship isn’t going to work.
2. You'll need to be secure enough to hear all about the ex-wife (good and bad)
No one enjoys hearing their partner talk about their ex, but if your guy is going through a divorce, then chances are you’re going to hear about them. A lot. As much as it can be an overwhelming or awkward experience, try putting yourself in his shoes. If you were going through a life-altering event, you’d probably want to talk about it with him as well. In this case, the best thing you can do is listen to what he shares with you and then move on. Don’t overanalyze what he tells you or get stressed when he seems focused on his ex. Read More…