time, they were probably the closest person to you, so of course it’s going to feel weird not having them around. however, there is a clear distinction between missing them and wanting them back. if you still feel like you want them back, more distance and time might be the answer. however, if you feel that you can be around them without wanting to get back together, a friendship can definitely be possible. that being said, friendship comes with seeing pictures of them going out with other people, them moving on and them with future partners. if you think that you can handle that, i don’t see a problem with 