How the heck do I do this?

[snickersandmars]

So, I used to date a man years ago, I absolutely adored him and he finished it. It took me years to get over it, we both contributed to it really but I was always the one who was the most keen. I can't describe it but as soon as I ever saw him I knew he was perfect for me, it was a whole physical feeling and it took me so long to get over him.

We have been NC for a couple of years and he randomly got in touch and we have been messaging. I am single, he is single and I think he just wants to be friends. I would like a friendship with him as he does make me laugh, I don't think he would try again romantically and don't want to embarass myself by asking!

Is it actually possible to be friends with someone like this or am I just asking for trouble?

I am pretty sure he isn't interested in re-kindling, he is actively dating others.

I’d probably avoid it to be honest, as it sounds like you might get hurt again

Yes, I might scale it back a bit. I ended up heartbroken last time, I have got so much better and so I actually would like to be mates but just not sure if it's possible and all the old feelings will come back.