How realistic is it to stay friends w an ex? We were serious for 3 years
until he decided we were far too young to commit. His main reasons were school
and that he'd like the freedom to meet new people. The school part, I get -
but the meeting people part? No. I'd like to think that we'd still be good
friends.  I know there are things that have to be let go - i.e. lingering feelings, the false hope of 

getting back together, etc - but how does one approach that? I've heard some people stop talking
to each other for about a year until they started to reconnect once again as
friends.

Does anyone have good stories to share on how they've managed to still keep in friendly 
contact with their ex? Have you guys ever hooked up or gone back together?

Or if I'm just being deluded and that NO ONE can really
stay friends w their ex?