So, you’ve broken up. You’re probably feeling a lot of things. Maybe you’ve heard about the “no contact” rule. It’s basically a strategy people use after a breakup where they cut off all communication with their ex. The idea is to give yourself space to heal, figure out what you want, and maybe even make your ex miss you.
But here’s the big question: Should you really ignore your ex if they reach out to you during this no contact period? Some people swear you should, no matter what. Others say it depends. It can be hard to figure out what’s best.
This article will dive into that question and explore some important considerations when deciding if you should ignore your ex during no contact. We’ll clear up some common misunderstandings about what no contact really means. We’ll also look at some of the subtleties of responding versus ignoring, and when it might be okay to break the “rule”. Finally, we’ll talk about how your attachment style might influence how you approach no contact, and whether you should ignore your ex.