Theres no specific timeline when it comes to grieving a breakup, moving on, and starting to date again, so feel free to take however long you need to work through the anger or sadness, Janet Zinn, LCSW, a New York City–based couples therapist, tells Bustle.

Is it bad to start dating right after a breakup?

According to relationship and dating experts, its important to be upfront. Do not date others to simply “move on” from your ex. In the immediate aftermath of a breakup, people often date as a form of romantic validation, especially if you were the one rejected.