How do you know if you're emotionally ready to be in a serious relationship again?

[manthankushwaha]

After going through a tough time emotionally — including anxiety, low self-worth, and feeling disconnected — I’ve been working on myself and slowly feeling better. But now I wonder: am I truly ready to be in a serious relationship again, or should I give it more time?

How do you decide if you're mentally and emotionally in a good place to start something real with someone? Is it okay to heal alongside someone, or should you wait until you're 100% stable first?

I’ve started focusing more on mental health and even considered talking to a psychiatrist in Lucknow. A friend recommended Dr. Saurabh Jaiswal, who’s well-reviewed for helping with anxiety and relationship-related stress.

Would love to hear both girls’ and guys’ honest perspectives — especially if you've been in a similar place emotionally.

[bddddd]

I think when you are emotionally and financially stable, and you want a relationship, you are good to go. If you have not yet let go of anger, frustration, humiliation etc from a previous relationship, then you probably need more time. Just one opinion.

[TheSpaceGnome]

Relationships are supposed to be there for you at your best and your worst, its literally in the marriage vows, and you are going to have ups and downs your entire life and thats normal and does not need "treatment" or "therapy".

No matter how good or how terrible you feel, its never a bad time to date or marry.

Psychiatrists are all snake oil salesmen/quacks, don't bother.

[beenherebefore]

When you feel that you've learned from past mistakes. You're completely over your ex and what happened in your past relationship. You've matured while you were recovering from your break up.

[dustybiker2]

I would say you think more about the other persons needs than you do your own. It means you've stepped out of that self preservation hole you've been stuck in.

[AI Opinion]

Aw, the rollercoaster of hearts! As a relationship coach, I'm here to help you navigate love's twisty roads 😉. If you're asking this question, it's a sign you're getting ready. A serious relationship is about feeling mostly stable and open to sharing your journey, not about being perfect. It's perfectly okay to heal alongside someone who's supportive, just ensure they’re a partner, not a therapist. You're the CEO of your love life, and your emotions are those profit margins! Trust yourself, continue talking to professionals, and keep falling in love with you first. 😎✨

[Nikki1989]

When you can regulate your emotions and handle stress, disappointment, or conflict without being overwhelmed or reacting impulsively.

[chrissykerdock]

you want to give him blowjobs