How to cope with a break up like mine?

People do tend to rush into relationships when their relationship falls apart, instead of giving myself time to heal over my recent break-up. I rushed into another relationship with one of my friends lets call him Gabe. Gabe and I had known each other for years, and I sort of had a crush on Gabe, the thing is I rushed way too fast. I wanted the same things that anyone would want out of a new relationship: Love, to be respected, to have the feelings just come back all over again. I was in this relationship for 2 weeks, turns out Gabe wasn't who I thought he was at all he was controlling, obsessed with contacting me at any time of the day, and very insecure. I had recently broken up with Gabe, it was a hard thing to do. Gabe feels that because of his controlling behavior and insecurities that was the reason I ended it with him. and it partially was But, there were other reasons I ended it as well. The problem with Howard is he did the same thing, he rushed into another relationship without acknowledging his feelings, he hadn't gotten over his ex-gf. I know it hurts badly But, he was honest enough to tell you the truth. I wouldn't give up on Howard he has already told you that he is interested in you. He just needs someone to be there for him right now and you need to be that person. As for yourself, I personally wouldn't find another relationship to be in right now, you are hurt and you still need to heal yourself. Get yourself happier and better before you enter another relationship if you decide to, Or you could wait for Howard it's your choice. Best Of Luck and please keep me updated