But I think VH is right--it is a process of learning how to say "hello" to someone new. Baby steps baby steps.
Ask your heart to give some consideration to the faintest tickling of the mere possibility that perhaps someday you might want to be in an R again...
I have enjoyed the company of my friend H, the guy I set up the first "date" with. We have both been honest about not being ready for an R. So in the meantime, we get out a little bit, we support each other a little bit, we learn how to be with other people a little bit.
Chatterbug has the best approach to 'dating.' Pleasant company, a nice time, not a big deal.
Not saying that I can do this yet, either! But eventually I will.