Let’s start at the beginning. What is a rebound relationship?
When you go through a relationship break up it is normal to feel like you are on an emotional roller coaster. A break up is a big change in your life and we all react to change differently. It is essentially a grieving process and you can experience emotions as varied as relief to anger and depression. When you separate from your partner, whether it is dating, a long-term relationship or a marriage, it leaves an emotional gap in your life that you feel the urge to fill. Your confidence and self-esteem will be low and you may feel as if no one will love you again. Essentially, you are looking to replace the lost companionship and friendship that you had with your partner. This is when rebound relationships occur. When your self-confidence and esteem is lower than usual and someone takes an interest in you, it does give you a boost. It is one thing to have a few feel good casual dates and another to commit to a more physical relationship when emotionally you are still grieving.
