I was in your same exact situation for the longest. My friends and coworkers didnt get why I wouldnt just get out there and just date again. Some saying if nothing else its a free dinner. But for me it just still puts this huge pit in my stomach I had been hurt too bad. I still dont date but thats because in my search to getting better ive learned my diagnosis was completely different from what id thought in the beginning so it is just taking longer than expected. But it is just better to for all and any parties involved that you be okay with it whenever you are ready. And one thing ive learned people arent hurt so badly when you are just truthful with them. In my process in becoming well ive just had to be more blunt with my friends family and even others (such as men who make advances). Its your life your body your choice and it is to be respected as it should be. No explanation should be needed other than that. Its what you deserve as a person. Nothing less.