This article was co-authored by Connell Barrett and by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Madden. Connell Barrett is a Relationship Expert and the Founder and Executive Coach of Dating Transformation in New York City. Connell has over five years of experience as an international coach who helps men connect with women by unlocking their best, true, most confident selves. He is the author of the Amazon bestseller “Dating Sucks but You Don’t,” and has appeared on Good Morning America, the "Today" show, Access Hollywood, and in Best Life, Cosmopolitan, and The Oprah Magazine. In 2019 he was named Datezie.com's “New York City’s Best Male Dating Coach."
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There’s no doubt about it: breakups are tough. But they can get even messier when your ex hits you up to say he misses you. Before you reply, take a look at these responses and pick one that captures your true feelings. With a few well-placed words, you can let your ex know what you really think about him (and whether or not you miss him, too).
Steps
Expert Q&A
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QuestionWhat do you do if your ex wants to meet up?Connell BarrettConnell Barrett is a Relationship Expert and the Founder and Executive Coach of Dating Transformation in New York City. Connell has over five years of experience as an international coach who helps men connect with women by unlocking their best, true, most confident selves. He is the author of the Amazon bestseller “Dating Sucks but You Don’t,” and has appeared on Good Morning America, the "Today" show, Access Hollywood, and in Best Life, Cosmopolitan, and The Oprah Magazine. In 2019 he was named Datezie.com's “New York City’s Best Male Dating Coach."
Dating CoachLet them clearly, firmly, and politely know that you aren't interested in spending time with them. You might say "I've been really busy and it's not a good time for me. Thanks for asking, though!"
References
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- ↑ https://www.vixendaily.com/love/perfect-responses-to-send-if-your-ex-texts-you/2/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/love-online/202003/want-contact-your-ex-here-are-5-reasons-why-you-shouldn-t
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/love-online/202003/want-contact-your-ex-here-are-5-reasons-why-you-shouldn-t
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/love-online/202003/want-contact-your-ex-here-are-5-reasons-why-you-shouldn-t
- ↑ https://www.hercampus.com/sex-relationships/relationships/what-do-when-your-ex-gets-back-touch-you
- ↑ https://www.vixendaily.com/love/perfect-responses-to-send-if-your-ex-texts-you/3/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSKJi8VK2g8&t=225s
- ↑ https://www.hercampus.com/sex-relationships/relationships/what-do-when-your-ex-gets-back-touch-you