Should I go online ?

[username0202]

Hi I'm 36 years old, I have recently broken up with my partner of 4
years. I have a little boy7 from a previous relationship. I want to get into the dating world. I've only been broken up with my ex 2 months ago & I feel I am ready to move on but I am unsure what other people will think ? I know it's not their business but the relationship was dead for a least a year and I know I made the right decision. My family and friends think I should just stay single but I was just planning on dating not getting into a serious relationship straight away. Any advice? Thanks

Don’t let anyone tell you what you should do.

If you feel ready to casually date then go for it. You’ll know when you feel ready for something more serious. Just don’t get swept along or pushed into a relationship before you’re ready. Make it clear what you’re looking for/ready for.

Good luck

OLD can be a good way to engage with people you wouldn’t ordinarily meet but just be prepared to have a thick skin as it can be hard work filtering out the dregs.

Hahah the dregs ! What's the best way to do that then lol xx
Yes I think my family and friends are wanting me to learn to love myself as I dont really before I get into another relationship x

But my point is I won't be jumping into anything I just want to casually date xx

I'm in similar boat since split with wife, coming up to six months now. Part of me feels like at what point do I move on and the other part says maybe shouldn't as child arrangements pending.

As others have said to me it's entirely up to you, it's your life not theirs so whenever you feel ready I guess.

Oh just do it! It's not as if you're looking for a proposal on the first date. Hell, you might be some time even getting to a first date (referencing the filtering out the dregs comment above).

Or are you scared you might actually fall for the first person you meet?