5 Things You Must Do To Get Your Ex Back

What you must do to get your ex back.

I will guide you through five critical steps you must undertake to have the best chance of getting your ex back.

The journey of reconciliation with your ex is often filled with emotional hurdles and misconceptions.

It is delicate and requires a nuanced understanding of human psychology and relationship dynamics.

Let’s explore the five critical steps that can significantly increase your chances of rekindling that lost connection.

Here’s a breakdown of these vital strategies:

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Letting Go to Rebuild

One of the hardest things to resist in the wake of a breakup is the urge to fix what’s broken immediately.

It’s natural to want to put the pieces back together, to prove how good the relationship can be, or to alleviate the pain of separation.

However, the first crucial step is to let the broken pieces lie.

This means accepting the breakup, not in defeat, but as a strategic step back to allow your ex to experience the full weight of their decision.

When they tell you they want to break up, give a little pushback to plant a seed of doubt, but then stop.

Allow them to wonder and to miss the relationship they walked away from.

This gives your ex space to doubt their decision and paves the way for them to miss the bond you both once shared.

It’s about planting a seed of doubt and then letting it grow in their mind.

Implementing the No Contact Rule

No contact is not just a rule; it’s a crucial strategy for emotional recalibration for both you and your ex.

If your ex doesn’t feel the real impact of the breakup, they have no incentive to reconsider their decision.

By not initiating contact, you are not punishing them, but rather, you are allowing them to experience a genuine breakup, complete with its emotional consequences.

They start to miss the intimacy, the daily updates, the shared life that they took for granted.

This is where they begin to doubt their decision and consider the value of what they’ve lost.

Demanding Fair Treatment

In the turmoil of a breakup, it’s easy to lose sight of your self-worth.

However, it’s crucial that you stand your ground and demand fair treatment, especially in practical matters like division of possessions or financial arrangements.

If your ex expects you to continue shouldering burdens that were once shared, such as paying rent or maintaining financial support, it’s time to reassess and stick up for yourself.

You are not your ex’s servant. You’re not responsible for their well-being post-breakup.

Establishing fair boundaries is not only about self-respect but also about letting your ex feel the true independence they chose when they decided to end the relationship.

Changing How You Treat Them: They Are No Longer Your Partner

Post-breakup, it’s essential to shift how you interact with your ex.

They have chosen to step out of the role of being your partner, and thus, they should no longer receive the same level of attention, care, or affection.

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This change is crucial in making them feel the absence of your relationship.

They are no longer your significant other and thus should not receive the benefits or treatment they enjoyed while in a relationship with you.

Continuing to treat them as your partner only reinforces their decision to leave, as they suffer no loss of those benefits.

Instead, treat them with polite indifference.

They need to feel the absence of your affection and care to truly understand the breakup’s impact.

Trusting the Value of the Relationship

Finally, have faith in the value of what you and your ex shared – and in what you brought to the relationship.

If the relationship was meaningful, filled with genuine affection, support, and good times, trust that your ex will come to realize this in your absence.

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As they interact with others, they’ll compare and contrast, and if what you had was special, they’ll feel its loss deeply.

This realization often leads to a desire to return to what was comfortable, familiar, and loving.

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Conclusion

Getting your ex back isn’t about manipulation or quick fixes, it is a process that requires patience, insight, and a willingness to take a step back and allow things to unfold naturally.

It’s a path filled with personal growth and emotional insight, and while the outcome isn’t guaranteed, these steps will ensure that any foundation for a renewed relationship is built on respect, understanding, and genuine affection.

By resisting the urge to fix everything immediately, implementing no contact, demanding fair treatment, changing your post-breakup interactions, and trusting the inherent value of your past relationship, you set the stage for a potential reconciliation.

Remember, while you can’t control the actions or feelings of your ex, you can control your responses and strategies, increasing the likelihood of a more thoughtful and genuine reconnection.

The process of getting your ex back is as much about you finding your strength and happiness as it is about winning someone back. Stay hopeful, patient, and focused on your growth throughout this journey.

As always, thank you for following along, and I encourage you to trust the process and maintain hope for a positive outcome.

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Sincerely,

Coach Lee

About Coach Lee

Coach Lee, Master of Marriage & Family Counseling, helps people save relationships. He developed the Emergency Breakup Kit, a powerful guide to winning back an ex. Get information on the Kit by Clicking Here! If your MARRIAGE is struggling, get his free mini-course on saving a marriage.

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