True love is rare, but so is true friendship. Navigating the space between the two requires a thick skin and a very clear conscience.
When a friend starts dating a friend's ex, the "friend group" often feels forced to take sides. my friends girlfriend becomes my girlfriend
The most significant hurdle is the unwritten social contract known as the "Bro Code" (or its equivalent in any friendship group). Most circles consider a friend’s ex-partner to be strictly off-limits. True love is rare, but so is true friendship
If the breakup was messy, wait. Jumping in too soon validates the suspicion that something was going on behind the friend's back. True love is rare