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How do you respond when your ex reaches out to you?
Don’t immediately reply and take some time to think it over to figure out what you ultimately want out of this interaction. Make sure you remain honest if you decide to speak. Don’t get comfortable and slide back into old habits. Take your time when it comes to responding.
Should I reply to my ex after years?
It is definitely OK not to respond to ex. In fact, in many circumstances, you might find that you shouldn’t text back. If you find yourself in a situation where the only thing you can gain from communication with an ex is short-term validation, it’s likely not worth it, especially if the wounds are still new and fresh.
Should I reply to my ex immediately after no contact?
So, even if you’re excited to be hearing from your ex after No Contact, don’t make the classic mistake of instantly replying to every text within seconds or minutes. Instead, take your time and get back to her a little while later. This will actually pique her interest and make her eager to get your reply.
What happens when you hear from your ex After a long time?
“You may have a strong emotional reaction if you hear from an ex you haven’t spoken to in a long time, whether it be joy, sadness, or anger,” Lindsey Pratt, LMHC, a therapist in NYC who specializes in relationships, told INSIDER. “However, try to pause before replying — it will help you gather your thoughts and become less reactive in your reply.
Should I text my ex-boyfriend?
Just please be reminded, before you text your ex, make sure you have gone through a no contact period of time where you have created some space and a communications blackout with your ex. If an emergency has occurred, it is understandable you respond.
Should you ever talk to your ex if you’re in a relationship?
It may be a no-brainer that you immediately respond to your ex if you’re single, but if you’re already in a new relationship, it’s important to take their feelings into account too. “If you are currently in a relationship, consider how your partner would react to knowing that you engaged in conversation,” Josephson told INSIDER.