Hi everyone,

Just curious if anyone has had a similar experience or has any meaningful advice. I got divorced two years ago after my ex-wife's infidelity. I have casually dated since then, but never anything serious until recently, when I met a woman who has almost EVERYTHING I have wanted in a partner (strong faith, aligned values, similar lifestyle/hobbies, and beautiful). This is all great on paper, but I have found the more serious things get, it almost stirs up some feelings from the past, and I find myself missing my ex at times.

This doesn't feel fair to the new girl, but I also don't want to let a good woman go or let my divorce affect anything more than it already has. What I am struggling with is if this is an indication that I am "not ready" for another serious relationship yet and still need more time to myself to work things out, or if any of you have experienced a similar situation and it is just a normal part of the healing process post-divorce and I should continue exploring the new relationship? Any advice or ideas are welcome, thanks and have a great day!