While there is no “magic number” for how long to wait before beginning a new relationship, think in terms of months rather than weeks. Some experts suggest that you should wait a month for every year that you were in the relationship before jumping back into another one.

Is 4 months too soon to date again?

“Most people probably wait at least a month if they had a relationship that was at least a few months long,” Sherman told INSIDER. “If it was a more significant relationship then they may take longer, like three months or more to start dating again.” Still, you dont need to get hung up on a particular deadline.

Can you be in love after 4 months?

Case in point: An 2018 survey of 1,000 British men and women found that while more than half of them take over three months to say, I love you, 32% of women and 29% of men say it in one to three months—and 10% of women and 14% of men say it in just one to four weeks.

How do you know youre ready to date?

According to internet listicles, here are some ways to tell if you are ready for a romantic relationship: “Youve sorted out your own issues.” “A relationship is a want, not a need.” “Your ex is no longer a factor.” “You dont depend on others.” “You take your time getting to know someone.”