The Top 5 Signs Your Ex Still Loves You
What is it about "the ex?" Your relationship could have ended years ago or yesterday.
It doesn't really matter.
Past relationships haunt us like a love-sick ghost, and for so many of us, questions pertaining to our ex influence so many of our decisions in the present-day, it's sick.
But what if the siren-call of a long lost love seems less of a fantasy and more of a reality? Sure, obsessing over an ex who's clearly moved on is a probably not a smart idea.
But what if it seems, against all odds, that you're ex is still interested? Then maybe, just maybe, we're dealing with a horse of a different color.
Let's count down the five signs that your ex still loves you: 5.
) Sudden, unsolicited re-surfacing.
You haven't heard from your ex in ages.
In fact, you can't even recall their full name (at least not with some difficulty).
And then suddenly, a strangely familiar number shows up on your phone.
No mistake about it: an ex's attempt to connect with you, especially after a drawn out period of separation, often indicates a desire to re-kindle past romance.
You might jump at the opportunity to grab a quick drink and re-connect.
However, be wary.
If your ex just ended a relationship, you may be part of a less desirable scenario: rebound! 4.
) Gifts, gifts, gifts! Okay, so maybe you and your ex are still close.
And sure, maybe you occasionally pick up a small token for your ex on their birthday/Christmas/what have you.
However, if Valentine's Day roles around and you find yourself with a thoughtful, expensive, or unexpected ex-sent gift, something else may be going on.
Many people express their feelings through presents, and if a gift is meant to deliver a significant meaning, it's often easy to tell.
Jewelry, clothes, home-made food, or anything else with specific personal appeal may indicate a renewed romantic interest.
And if you receive roses, forget about it.
3.
) Your friend is my friend.
Many times, instead of out re-connecting with you, an ex may reach out to a member of your inner circle.
Mutual friends are often less intimidating to an ex and provide a direct informational path right to you.
Through a mutual friend, an ex can indicate renewed interest or remorse over a past break-up.
So if your best gal pal mentions a surprise run-in with Mr.
Ex, and endorses how "truly sorry he seemed," something may be up.
However, mutual friend/ex relationships can sometimes be a gray area.
Be sure to clarify exactly what communication went on and the tone of the interaction to be certain that your ex is truly trying to make a connection with you.
2.
) Touchy-feely.
Probably one of the creepier indications that your ex may still be interested, you'll know this sign right off the bat: that ex can't keep their hands to themselves.
They jump on the opportunity to hug, maybe even plant a peck on the cheek and as the night wears on, Ex seems stuck on you like a a bad smell.
Whether or not this is affection is desirable, make sure if you plan to re-kindle a relationship with a past love you don't start it out solely on a physical level.
Sleeping with an ex after a night of brief reconnection can lead to a vicious cycle of booty-call mayhem.
Unless, of course, that's what you're looking for...
1.
) "Let's Get Back Together!" Alright, this may not be the most common sign that your ex still loves you, but it is unmistakable and clear.
If your ex stages a seemingly thought-out, sincere, and heart-felt bid to win you back, take notice.
This sign may take the form of a (1) letter, (2) phone call, (3) personal confrontation, or, the even less common (4) playing of a stereo outside your bedroom window.
Now, whether or not you've been dreaming of this scenario for decades or it comes as an unwelcome surprise, there's a few things you'll want to note.
If your previous break-up involved a major romantic faux pas (ie your ex cheated on you), their declaration had sure as hell better include some solid groveling.
Even if this isn't the case, a declaration of continuing love requires some thought on your part.
However romantic this encounter may be, if starting up a past relationship is something you might actually want to do, a serious sit-down with a discussion of past mistakes and relationship issues is required before you can move forward.
It doesn't really matter.
Past relationships haunt us like a love-sick ghost, and for so many of us, questions pertaining to our ex influence so many of our decisions in the present-day, it's sick.
But what if the siren-call of a long lost love seems less of a fantasy and more of a reality? Sure, obsessing over an ex who's clearly moved on is a probably not a smart idea.
But what if it seems, against all odds, that you're ex is still interested? Then maybe, just maybe, we're dealing with a horse of a different color.
Let's count down the five signs that your ex still loves you: 5.
) Sudden, unsolicited re-surfacing.
You haven't heard from your ex in ages.
In fact, you can't even recall their full name (at least not with some difficulty).
And then suddenly, a strangely familiar number shows up on your phone.
No mistake about it: an ex's attempt to connect with you, especially after a drawn out period of separation, often indicates a desire to re-kindle past romance.
You might jump at the opportunity to grab a quick drink and re-connect.
However, be wary.
If your ex just ended a relationship, you may be part of a less desirable scenario: rebound! 4.
) Gifts, gifts, gifts! Okay, so maybe you and your ex are still close.
And sure, maybe you occasionally pick up a small token for your ex on their birthday/Christmas/what have you.
However, if Valentine's Day roles around and you find yourself with a thoughtful, expensive, or unexpected ex-sent gift, something else may be going on.
Many people express their feelings through presents, and if a gift is meant to deliver a significant meaning, it's often easy to tell.
Jewelry, clothes, home-made food, or anything else with specific personal appeal may indicate a renewed romantic interest.
And if you receive roses, forget about it.
3.
) Your friend is my friend.
Many times, instead of out re-connecting with you, an ex may reach out to a member of your inner circle.
Mutual friends are often less intimidating to an ex and provide a direct informational path right to you.
Through a mutual friend, an ex can indicate renewed interest or remorse over a past break-up.
So if your best gal pal mentions a surprise run-in with Mr.
Ex, and endorses how "truly sorry he seemed," something may be up.
However, mutual friend/ex relationships can sometimes be a gray area.
Be sure to clarify exactly what communication went on and the tone of the interaction to be certain that your ex is truly trying to make a connection with you.
2.
) Touchy-feely.
Probably one of the creepier indications that your ex may still be interested, you'll know this sign right off the bat: that ex can't keep their hands to themselves.
They jump on the opportunity to hug, maybe even plant a peck on the cheek and as the night wears on, Ex seems stuck on you like a a bad smell.
Whether or not this is affection is desirable, make sure if you plan to re-kindle a relationship with a past love you don't start it out solely on a physical level.
Sleeping with an ex after a night of brief reconnection can lead to a vicious cycle of booty-call mayhem.
Unless, of course, that's what you're looking for...
1.
) "Let's Get Back Together!" Alright, this may not be the most common sign that your ex still loves you, but it is unmistakable and clear.
If your ex stages a seemingly thought-out, sincere, and heart-felt bid to win you back, take notice.
This sign may take the form of a (1) letter, (2) phone call, (3) personal confrontation, or, the even less common (4) playing of a stereo outside your bedroom window.
Now, whether or not you've been dreaming of this scenario for decades or it comes as an unwelcome surprise, there's a few things you'll want to note.
If your previous break-up involved a major romantic faux pas (ie your ex cheated on you), their declaration had sure as hell better include some solid groveling.
Even if this isn't the case, a declaration of continuing love requires some thought on your part.
However romantic this encounter may be, if starting up a past relationship is something you might actually want to do, a serious sit-down with a discussion of past mistakes and relationship issues is required before you can move forward.
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