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writes:I received a call from my girlfriend last night and our relationship as boyfriend - girlfriend is over. Do you think it is possible to go back to being just friends? There will also be occasions where we will be at the same event such as this coming Sunday. How do I handle those situations? Thank you for your answers. Reply to this Question
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reader, Andy00  +, writes (22 August 2007):
 That really depends on the pair of you. I guess things have been made a little easier for you both, knowing that there was a problem, and you sounds like you've accepted this. Whereas I didn't know there was a problem when my relationship ended, and long story short: She wants us to be friends, but I'm not sure I can do it.I think you two could give it a shot. Just my advice would be; don't make my mistake and ask her to consider getting back together, while the reason for you breaking up is still there.Good luck.
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reader, smeedle +, writes (22 August 2007):
 You are being brave about the relationship being over so im guessing you knew there was something wrong.
It is possible to be just friends but lots of factors depend on this like how long you two were together, were you friends before. I would say that as you will not be seeing each other that oftern and not as best friends then yes it is possible.
It will be difficult for you if you were in love with your ex, this means for awhile when you see her it will hurt, love does not just switch off like a light bulb. I preffer to stay friendly if possible with my ex`s but not friends in the true sense of the word, also new partners oftern feel threatened that the ex is a friend and that they will be around them etc.
It is easier to move on if you just sever the relationship now but like you say you will see each other and you dont want any awkwardness, so just be polite with one another and see how it goes.
Good luck with getting over this girl.
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