What the post-breakup 3-month rule basically means is that all parties previously linked must wait three months before dating again. The reason for this societal dictation is to give the people involved a breather, some lead time, maybe a little room for forgiveness.

Why do guys go silent after a breakup?

When men are giving silent treatment after a breakup, says Hypnotherapist Keya Murthy, they are dealing with the hurt on their own. This is their way of letting the other know I need a time out so I can heal.

How long after a breakup is it really over?

Studies suggest that people start to feel better around three months post-breakup. One study found it takes three months and 11 days before the average American feels ready to date again after a major breakup.