How long

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Is an acceptable time to move on after the loss of a partner. I know it’s relative and everyone grieves differently but it’s been two years now and I don’t want to be alone anymore. My children (adult) are fundamentally against me moving on. I’ve met someone now but I don’t dare introduce them and I feel like I’m living two lives

Acceptable time is when you are ready.

Sounds like your DC will never be ready but that's on them. They have their lives, you are entitled to yours.

When the time is right for you it's time to move on.

Please don't let your adult children dictate the rest of your adult life.

My dp and his siblings behaved appallingly when fil moved on after mil passed away. I'm fairly confident the new relationship saved his life and has given him another 20 years of fairly happy retirement and quality of life. And as an adult with only adult children (none under 30 when mil died) I'm so glad for him.