Most of the time, I feel like I'm ready to jump back into dating.. But I've also been reluctant because my last relationship was devastating. A serious LTR/live-in with a covert narcissist. (Confirmed to me by our therapist.) Ending that relationship was one of the hardest things I've ever done. It died a slow death, he finally moved out 6 months ago (it had been over OVER about a year prior to that, separate bedrooms, disdain and silent treatment, plus once I told him I was done he took a long time to actually move out). Afterwards, I saw the therapist on my own, which helped, and I've also done some group counseling. I've always heard that you need to be over your prior relationship before you start dating again, but the thing is- this one put me through a wringer and I don't think I'll ever be completely over it. I'm stuck between being excited at the prospect of a new relationship and being hesitant because I don't want to hurt someone if I'm not actually ready for a relationship. Has anyone had a similar experience?