Okay, a totally amicable break in a loving 1.5 year relationship. The gf initiated it, indicated that she needs to get her life straightened out before we (if we) proceeed in a relationship. Based on odds alone, I'd said that we're talking 6 months to a year before we (if we) reunite and there's only a 20-60 percent chance that she's permanently okay.
I miss her a lot, but I also need to use this time to see what else is out there, wouldn't you agree? So, what's a decent interval before I start dating again? The terrible thing is that everyone thinks that the ex-gf and I are still a couple because we were so good together. I don't want to start broadcasting the news because it is personal; on the other hand, I don't want someone telling her that that they saw Cameron with another woman...might make her think that I really didn't love her, which isn't the case (I really did love her and still do, but need to separate myself mentally or I'll go crazy waiting...and life is a one-time event).
Very emotionally confusing. At the same time, not putting up with her personal issues has reduced my stress level tremendously.