Have you ever felt like someone was leading you on? You get a text here and there, maybe a flirty message or two, but nothing ever really develops. You’re left wondering if they’re interested or just playing games, which might lead to ghosting, and it’s honestly super frustrating.
That feeling probably means you’re experiencing breadcrumbing. Breadcrumbing is when someone sends out little bits of attention – like breadcrumbs – to keep you interested without ever committing to anything real. It’s infrequent contact, inconsistent communication, and a whole lot of mixed signals.
If you think this is happening to you, don’t worry. This article will give you some practical tips on how to respond to breadcrumbing and, more importantly, how to take back your power and decide what you want.