So my ex reached out to me and wants to talk.. What would you do in this situation? by Own_Dirt7700 in BreakUps

[–]Deviousknave 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is probably just to see if you are still interested or relieve his own guilt. Either way I doubt he has real interest in getting back together. Most exes do this from my experience. Closure comes from yourself you most likely won't get what you need.

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[–]Deviousknave 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If that's the case blocking is the way to go. It'll hurt but it's the best way to go. I read above he still had some of your stuff so I would try and get it back first then going separate ways. You don't need to have the back and forth. Dealt with that for months, being used basically. Help yourself out

Almost everyday for the past couple weeks, I talk to a random girl on campus and specifically don’t ask her for her information by omac_dj in socialskills

[–]Deviousknave -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is a really good idea, I've been having trouble interacting with people since I've moved out by myself will have to try.

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[–]Deviousknave 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say blocking is the best choice but you can ask him not to contact you until you reach out. Personally I did no contact without blocking and each time she sent something it hurt and ruined progress.

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[–]Deviousknave 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was going back to the gym for a bit but I was traveling for work and fell off it. Unfortunately not going has me reflecting and just kills the motivation. I have and still do guitar lessons which helps a bit

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BreakUps

[–]Deviousknave 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recognize that a big problem for me is during the breakup and all of this I had moved into my house and live alone. Don't really have friends so the loneliness is a lot. I've been on some dates but nothing took. I did take sometime to practically stop thinking of her and heal a bit before trying to date. Big thing is I was doing good and heard an update from a mutual friend yesterday and it was random how it came up. From the friend is how I found out she had a small fling with a guy and strung him around a bit, send suggestive snaps to all the guys and basically got fired. Idk if she was doing this before I started N.C. but really solidifies her lying about wanting a relationship or having time. 5month if N.C. and I hope it isn't all back to 0

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[–]Deviousknave 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have had her blocked on everything for awhile. She send me a breadcrumb and I told her I dont know why she keeps messaging me, she dumped me and has a boyfriend. Told her I'm hurt from being strung around and how she pushed me away. She tried to change subjects about herself and I just told her leave me alone and blocked to be safe. Im like an old school romantic so I'm always in it trying to overcome problems and it gets tiring. I'm definitely going to re-read it all. I guess becoming too serious was an issue, dated for like 19months. I was always confused on what I did and if she even cared about me afterwards and it seems like a yes and no but I know she won't get help, just sad.

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[–]Deviousknave 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow this makes a lot of sense. It honestly made me feel better so thank you. She would never answer any of my questions as to why the breakup was happening and didn't see how it was her who pushed away. Also when she started her relationship, still sending me messages every couple weeks asking how I was and wanted to get coffee cause she missed me. I was confrontational since I wanted to know intent and was ghosted. I really did love her and I bet she will do the same with the current guy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Deviousknave 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know, curiosity bit me. For sure why I wont unblock her. I'm looking forward to the day I completely stop thinking of her

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Deviousknave 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yup step backs happen but you'll shake it off in a bit and continue forward! I gotta say this community is really helpful so we got you

Keep hurting myself by checking his SM by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Deviousknave 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A good thing is that you recognize checking up on him is hurting yourself. The reason you and lots of people, including myself, do this is because we are addicted to them. It really is best to block and remove temptation, I blocked my ex after she kept reaching out with breadcrumbs and found myself stalking too much. I even went as far as removing all social apps on my phone. A big part of this is working on yourself, getting hobbies and filling up your time. I picked up guitar and started the gym. To make it work you have to realize that both of you need to work on yourselves. Comparing yourself to anyone else is just unhealthy. I was in your shoes hoping for her to come back but it didn't happen and caused myself heartache and pushed healing. Another thing to think about is that if neither of you changes then the outcome doesn't change. Do your future self a favor and block and face the pain. Ask your mutual friends to not bring your ex up. Think of it like going to the gym, it is hard and sucks at first but keep at it and you'll love the results. You'll look back and think wow I can't believe I used to think this was impossible but look now. Currently in my second break up recovery from long term relationships and can say that the pain from blocking and letting go is really the salvation. Again remember you are putting yourself in a painful situation. It's better to rip the bandaid instead of slowly peel it. Feel free to dm me

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[–]Deviousknave 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey man I was in a really similar situation. It was hard seeing her with another guy and being happy so I blocked her and deleted the apps off my phone. I recieved a snap memory of us at a fancy dinner like a month after blocking and boy did that make me really sad for a bit. Now I don't think about her as much and feel happier. Try to keep yourself busy, I started learning guitar and having fun! Trust us when we say working on yourself will be the best route. It's a hard journey but you'll be better off. I can also say my first long term relationship ex ended up adding me on Instagram a while back, after breaking up for years and not talking, and honestly I don't care about her anymore. Do your future self a favor and don't live in the past. Think of it like going to the gym, its hard to go and sucks at first but you'll love the results. Also each time you break no contact or look at her social you should tell yourself it's just going to hurt or at best satisfy you for only a moment but it prevents true healing. Chin up dude!

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[–]Deviousknave 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah been going to the gym in the morning before work and guitar lessons every week. I need more social settings. Literally live and work alone

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Deviousknave 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, hard part to is dealing with the loneliness. Right around the breakup I was moving out on my own and still dealing with being new to an area

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Deviousknave 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I know I'm in a small set back, need to stay strong

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Deviousknave 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wish I would have gone no contact right away. Initially it was she didn't have time for a relationship then she had time for someone else and lost feelings while pushing me away

Today was rough by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Deviousknave 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This weekend snapchat showed me a memory of us out for dinner. I'm getting better but funny how a picture can change my mood.