Moving on after the death of a partner can be extremely difficult for the partner left behind. Dating and even sex after that death can be more complicated. Many widows and widowers are torn between the need to find love again and being unable to close the chapter of their lives that included the deceased partner. Common emotions include guilt, grief, anger and even exhilaration. Worry about the "right" amount of time to wait after the first partner's death for love and intimacy may be a problem for widows. And being "out of practice" after years of remaining with the same person may be a concern.