Breaking up is hard, but deciding whether to be friends with your ex is like choosing between a rock and a hard place. Picture it as a crossroad where one path leads to friendship, and the other to awkward encounters. Staying friends can be a heartwarming journey of shared memories and inside jokes. However, beware the emotional potholes that may turn a friendly coffee into a nostalgic rollercoaster. On the flip side, cutting ties might feel like clearing emotional clutter, but it’s a radical move. So, should you stay friends with your ex? It depends on your emotional GPS. If you can navigate the terrain without veering into old romantic territories, go ahead. But if the ‘friendship’ lane is a bumpy road, a clean break might be the smoother ride.