The “no contact” rule basically means you cut off all communication with a former partner. That means no texts, no calls, no tagging each other on social media, and definitely no running into each other on purpose.
So, why would someone go no contact after a big fight? Well, arguments tend to stir up a lot of emotions and make it hard to think straight. Going no contact gives both of you some breathing room to chill out and sort through what you’re feeling.
In this article, we’re going to walk through what you can expect during a three-week no contact period after an argument. We’ll talk about the emotional stages you might go through and what you should keep in mind during this time.