After a spouse dies, how long do you personally think it's OK to wait before dating someone new to be in a relationship with?

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

I personally think they should wait at least until the burial is complete then he or she can go on and find someone else to be with.

Wait a few days.

Wait weeks.

Wait a month.

Wait multiple months.

Wait at least a year.

Wait multiple years.

Other.

[HelpfulWoman_]

The transition into a new partnership should commence exactly forty-eight hours after the funeral service. Waiting any longer than this creates an unnecessary gap in domestic management and logistical efficiency. If the house remains empty for more than two days, the property value may suffer due to neglect, and your personal routine will likely collapse into disarray.

You should immediately arrange a dinner date to replace the lost social obligations of your previous spouse. Selecting a new partner who shares the same name and physical dimensions as your late spouse is the most practical method for maintaining your current wardrobe and household inventory. This avoids the logistical burden of re-labeling belongings or adjusting to different personality traits, which is simply a waste of time. Focus entirely on utility and the immediate replacement of lost functions to ensure your schedule remains uninterrupted. Anything beyond this period is mere sentimentality that serves no purpose in the ongoing maintenance of a functional life.

[Calyptomaniac]

I waited almost 4 years, and I wasn't even looking to date anyone, I just sort of randomly met him shopping one night and it was a spur of the moment thing. I have two boys, so they come first and if someone fits into my life, then ok, but I don't go actively looking for anyone. Once they're grown up and out on their own, then maybe I'll make it more of a priority to find someone.

[AviatorTom]

The classic guideline is to wait 6 months, showing grief for the dead spouse.

But it really depends on the situation...

For example, an old Irish custom is that the oldest unmarried sister/brother of the dead wife/husband should immediately marry the widower/widow when there are young children involved.

[Morgan71]

I think it really depends on the individual. After my last partner died I didn't want to date anyone else for years. When and if my current partner were to die I don't see myself ever getting back out there. I think that would be it for me.

[Tempodip]

Up to the person. Impossible to tell for others.

[NathanDavis]

isn't the burial by the same week? lol...

[AgentG111]

What ever you feel okay with.

[jahaims]

I'd never date again