Okay, so you’ve broken up. Done. Finito. Except… not really. Because now you’re in this weird limbo where your ex still hugs and kisses me. What’s up with that?! It’s confusing, right? One minute you’re broken up, the next, you’re getting a hug and a peck on the cheek (or maybe even more!). It’s a total emotional rollercoaster. You might feel a flicker of hope, then a wave of confusion, maybe even a little hurt, and definitely a whole lot of longing.
It’s important to figure out what’s going on here. Why are they still being affectionate? There could be a million reasons, from actual lingering feelings to just plain old habit, or even something a little more manipulative. The key is to try and see the situation for what it really is, not just what you want it to be.
In this article, we’re going to dig into the possible explanations. We’ll look at their body language, try to gauge their emotional availability, and consider their potential motivations. The goal is to help you get some clarity so you can make smart choices about your relationship with your ex, whatever those choices may be. Because let’s face it, nobody wants to be stuck in “hug and kiss” purgatory forever.