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Should I Text My Ex? (10 Reasons Against & Possible Exceptions)
Texting your ex is rarely a good idea. Here are 10 reasons why I think it sucks and some cases when it perhaps doesn’t.
If you suddenly feel the temptation to send that text, stop for a damn second and think, “Should I text my ex?” Really think about it. Should you actually do it? Or should you rather just go and eat something instead? Or maybe hurl your phone across the room? Or perhaps take a shot of tequila?
Here’s a hot-take: don’t fucking do it. No, not the tequila. Drink that shit up (granted, you’re not an alcoholic). I’m referring to the texting. Personally, I believe texting your ex is rarely a good idea. It may work for a few (more on this later), but it’s the equivalent of shooting an arm off for the majority.
The instant you hit send, you’ll be caught up in a whole new web of regrets and anxiety. And your self-worth and esteem will often suffer for it. So, in many ways, it’s just not worth it. And here’s why, specifically.
Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Text Your Ex
If you honestly think about whether or not to text your ex — to send them that one message you feel can change everything, think twice. Or better yet, read…
