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Getting unwanted texts from an ex can be tough. You likely still care about them and don't want to see them hurting, but you might also be ready to move on. Thankfully, it's totally acceptable to tell your ex to stop texting you nicely. This article has a helpful list of ways you can break the news, along with some information on when it would be best to use each option.
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- As tough as it may be, try to let your ex know directly that you don't want to text anymore. Avoiding the subject and letting them continue to text you may make both of you feel worse. [11] X Research sourceThanks
- Remember that it's never rude or unkind to tell your ex to stop texting you. You have every right to ask for space, especially after a difficult breakup.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.gq.com/story/shhhhh-no-talking
- ↑ https://www.cbc.ca/life/wellness/breakup-etiquette-all-the-answers-you-need-to-hear-whether-you-want-to-or-not-1.4744737
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/having-sex-wanting-intimacy/201612/4-reasons-end-contact-your-ex
- ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/advice/a38377/ask-logan-my-ex-wont-stop-texting-me/
- ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/break-up.html
- ↑ https://www.cbc.ca/life/wellness/breakup-etiquette-all-the-answers-you-need-to-hear-whether-you-want-to-or-not-1.4744737
- ↑ https://www.brides.com/this-is-when-you-should-text-your-ex-5112021
- ↑ https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/rules-for-communicating-with-ex/
- ↑ https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/rules-for-communicating-with-ex/
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