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What to do when meeting an ex's new flame

Start with "Hi, it's nice to meet you."  I know some of you out there probably want to get out the gasoline and a lit match but that isn't going to help you.  People are allowed to move on.  Warning: This isn't an outline about how to get an ex back, this is just basic human decency which seems to be lacking in the world these days.  I've met a few new flames of people I was still in love with and though it felt like my chest was being carved up by a knife, I sucked it up and said, "I'm so glad he/she found you."  Why? Because when you love someone it means doing your best to support their happiness even if it means them being with someone else!  I've talked up my exes, highlighting my favorite qualities to the new Paramore in their life. I also find things to like about them being a couple.  Typically the new person will ask why you're glad that your ex found them. The answer, "because you make (insert ...