Is being friends with an ex a red flag?

Yes it can be a red flag of sorts, I know others might disagree. I will go into detail with a few qualifications. There is actually no need to be friends with an ex most of the time not to say there has to be animosity but it actually doesn't serve much of a purpose in most situations.

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How often should you talk to your ex?

The rule of thumb is to wait 30 days before you speak to your ex once again. If you were together for a very long time and you break up, you may need to extend this to six weeks. At the most, 2-2.5 months is how long the no-contact phase should go. How do you move on from someone you love but can't be with? These tips can help you start the process of moving forward. Acknowledge the truth of the situation. Identify relationship needs - and deal breakers. Accept what the love meant to you. Look to the future. Prioritize other relationships. Spend time on yourself. Give yourself space. Understand it may take some time.

How do I move on?

10 Steps To Moving On You Did Not Fail. After the end of a relationship you may feel you are to blame, but beating yourself up over past mistakes will only make you feel worse. Believe In Moving On. Get Busy. Pamper Yourself. Talk, Talk, Talk. One may also ask when should you hold on and let go? When you hold on out of fear of the unknown. When you sense you are holding onto something meant to be let go. When the thought of being free of the situation feels expansive. When you believe in a better life for yourself.

Keeping this in consideration, how do i stop obsessing over my ex?

If you want to get someone out of your mind, here are a few ways to do so. Find a distraction. Watch a good movie, read a book, go outside, or do something else to occupy your time. Practice meditation. Mindfulness helps too. If you find yourself thinking about them, see if there are any triggers. Talk to a therapist. One may also ask why am i still hurting over my ex? When months, or even years, have passed and the memory of a past romantic rejection still stings, it may be because you believe the breakup revealed something about who you are as a person.