Being Friends With An Ex Can Be A Green Flag, Actually

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Hot take: staying friends with an ex can be a sign of emotional intelligence.

Obviously, there are toxic situations where a friendship can't be salvaged, and in those cases, it's a good idea to let the whole thing go. But navigating a de-escalation from lovers to friends in a kind, respectful, and mature way is NOT an easy task, and I applaud anyone who has successfully done so.

If you've navigated a de-escalation from lovers to friends with someone, here are my top tips to make it work for you!

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