<human>: I broke up with an ex-gf [F26] 2.5 years ago. I've had one serious relationship after her. 

She messed me recently and we are in the process of being friends. Which, imo, is a good thing. It's a growth thing, happy thing, etc. I don't think it's a bad idea. 

Now.. A friend from my old workplace [F32] says it's weird. Didn't thibk much about it. Although I called her out and said I think it's a good idea. She said it's still odd. Whatever, I move on. 

Now, I get a message from another friend from my old workplace saying no to do it. Randomly... I guess the other coworker told her. I'm a bit pissed now since clearly they thibk it's a big deal enough to talk about it. 

I'm not upset per se that they talked about it "behind my back" coz frankly... Thatd part of life. If I was to get mad about that, I might as well get mad at other friends for telling mutual friends that "I'm going on a vacation (example). 

Now... For those that side with these" friends", why exactly do you think it's a bad idea to be friends with an ex? Because I can't think of one GOOD VALID reason. It's been years, we've moved on, we've always respected each other (despite the breakup), etc? I feel like they're just hating on me and don't really want what's best for me.... Coz imo, more friends, the better, right? The more "let go of hate, accept love" is for the better, right? 

Now.. Others might ask. How was the breakup? Not necessarily mutual. Relationship ended, we remained close friends. That friendship got ugly for obvious reasons, so she asked we don't talk ever again. So that's that.

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<bot>: two friends talked among themselves about my rekindling with an ex (platonic, we wanna be friends). I'm mad, but at same time, want to understand their point in case I might not be thinking clearly.