A breakup is a painful experience, and not just for the couple that is parting ways. Family members can be affected by the separation, too. If you got to know your son’s ex-girlfriend, it may feel like you're losing a family member when the relationship ends. It’s perfectly normal to want to reach out to her and express how you feel, but it's important to handle the situation with care. [1] X Research source [v161998_b01 ]. 22 October 2021. This article can help you keep both your son and his ex-girlfriend’s perspective in mind when reaching out to your son's ex-girlfriend. Consider talking to your son first, writing a letter, and keeping your message kind and brief to express your feelings while remaining neutral.
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- ↑ [v161998_b01 ]. 22 October 2021.
- ↑ Jacob Christenson, PhD, LMFT. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 22 October 2021.
- ↑ https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2017/adult-children-relationship-breakups.html
- ↑ https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2017/adult-children-relationship-breakups.html
- ↑ https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2017/adult-children-relationship-breakups.html
- ↑ https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2017/adult-children-relationship-breakups.html
- ↑ Jacob Christenson, PhD, LMFT. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 22 October 2021.
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/carolyn-hax-go-ahead-and-contact-a-sons-ex--but-only-when-the-time-is-right/2017/08/22/65ba3640-86b3-11e7-a50f-e0d4e6ec070a_story.html
- ↑ Jacob Christenson, PhD, LMFT. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 22 October 2021.
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/carolyn-hax-go-ahead-and-contact-a-sons-ex--but-only-when-the-time-is-right/2017/08/22/65ba3640-86b3-11e7-a50f-e0d4e6ec070a_story.html
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/carolyn-hax-go-ahead-and-contact-a-sons-ex--but-only-when-the-time-is-right/2017/08/22/65ba3640-86b3-11e7-a50f-e0d4e6ec070a_story.html
- ↑ Jacob Christenson, PhD, LMFT. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 22 October 2021.
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-teen-doctor/201611/my-daughters-boyfriend-broke-her-no-reason
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/carolyn-hax-go-ahead-and-contact-a-sons-ex--but-only-when-the-time-is-right/2017/08/22/65ba3640-86b3-11e7-a50f-e0d4e6ec070a_story.html
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