Should i try to be friends with my ex?

Depends on why you broke up, which you don't say

At least half of the time X=Y?

From personal experience I've learned that it normally doesn't work out too well trying to be friends with an ex. It does have a lot to do with why you broke up and the maturity level of you both. If you are wanting to go have coffee and potentially start a friendship then make your intentions clear. If you don't want to hook up then just say it. The worse thing that will happen, you'll get the answer you are looking for.

You have to realize your in charge here, if you wish to truly be friends. Then clearly state that point, even when you go for a coffee. And he tries anything i know your not completely in charge of your feelings. But you are of your mind and on what you want.

So if you want this friendship state that point clearly to him. If not i don't see a reason to hang out again. Unless you actually wanna give it a try.

First set your feelings straight on what you want.

This site is full of fucked up people with fucked up relationship histories. At least their comments demonstrate how a bunch of damaged people ruined their own relationships based on the advice they give to you.

If either of you are in another relationship, meeting up with your ex is probably not ok with the sig others. Otherwise, you're apprehension is wise. There's a good chance things could slide back into romantic/sexual sooner or later. And even if you do become "platonic" buddies, it could be a challenge when one of you finds someone else as a romantic partner.

Just stay away unless you want to be back together with him . What is the point of going for coffee really? you two didn't work as a partner why will friends be any different or offer anything useful? you should be friends with the person you are with so if you cant love them , what does the relationship matter or what does it offer ?

If the break up was amicable and on mutual grounds then yes you can maintain a friendship with your ex.Problem is most break ups are far from amicable.

Then don't hookup. If you think there's a future being friends there then go for it. Make sure it's mutual though and that hes cool just being friends.

It's a chance for you both to explore a friendship together without the complications that sex brings along. No sex then things don't get weird or confusing.

Trying to get into your panties again. I say go for it. Every man should have a side chick.

Don't do it.

The way I see it an ex is an ex for a reason. Don't look back.