I know this may seem like a lot to take in, but I thank you greatly if you actually read all of this.
Recently broke up with my ex about 2 weeks ago. We actually lasted in a relationship for about a week (Complicated reasons), and we told each other we'll be really good friends. We chose to stay friends, because well we simply have that connection that actual "best friends" have. I'm there for her, and she's there for me, and we both have issues that no one else would understand (Not even our other close friends). I know this is gonna be hard for me, because I still like her, I know it's gonna hurt like hell, because it already does. However, I do not want to throw away what we have, because of my feelings for her. It's not fair for her. I have had girlfriends in the past, where I knew cutting off all communication would be the best, and I have. It was incredibly hard to do, but I knew it was for the best. Then I can simply talk to them again when my feelings have faded. However, I feel like with my current ex, I'm actually FRIENDS. I can honestly treat her like one of my guy friends, and it's easier to talk to her. We share a friendship, that I know will last a very long time. It's going to sound crazy and ridiculous, but... I want to suppress my feelings for her, while still staying good friends. I'm determined to try. I have already read he whole "Staying friends won't work, you'll still like her, etc etc", but hell, let's tackle the "impossible". Deep inside, I want to stay friends, more than getting back with her. Although I would honestly like to get back with her (Not going to lie), her friendship is worth so much to me. And believe it or not, I've told her all of this.
So really, I'm asking for mental techniques or some way I can suppress my feelings for her, while still staying friends. Impossible? I think not. I thank you for taking the time to help me, I really appreciate the time you may have sacrificed to read all this.
Note: I have no reason to "hate" her or anything. I respect and understand the reason why we have broken up.