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[quote=Anonymous]I would not judge anyone unless it was like one day or one week, which would feel disrespectful to their deceased spouse.

I think one factor is how the people you might date would feel about it. If I went on a date with someone and it turned out their spouse died a week or two ago, I’d feel sad for them but also confused and a little annoyed because that date is probably a waste of time for me— it’s just two soon. But if it was three months, and they seemed in a good headspace, I’d be fine with it.

Also depends on age and if they have minor children. If there are kids, I’d expect someone to prioritize how their kids are coping, which would probably mean postponing dating a bit longer because I don’t feel a child can process the death of a parent in a few months. But over the age of 55, I think it makes sense to date sooner.

But again, not judging. They lost their life partner. They are entitled to make choices that make sense to them and my opinion is really not that relevant.[/quote]

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