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  5. Staying friends with your ex means you never really loved them

“Staying friends with your ex means you never really loved them”

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Agree

  • Real love can't just transform overnight
  • Usually means someone's still hoping
  • Easier when feelings weren't that deep
  • Clean breaks are healthier anyway

Disagree

  • Mature love can evolve into friendship
  • People genuinely enjoy each other platonically
  • Not all breakups are dramatic
  • Throwing away friendship seems wasteful

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