Okay, let’s face it: being blocked by an ex stings. It’s a weirdly universal experience in this digital age, and it’s easy to spiral into a million questions. Chief among them: “How long will this last?” and, maybe even more desperately, “Will he ever unblock me?”
If you’re searching for an exact answer to the question, “how long will it take for him to unblock me,” I’m going to have to disappoint you. There’s just no way to know for sure. Every situation is different, and the timeline for unblocking depends on a ton of factors. Understanding why you were blocked in the first place is key.
This article isn’t going to give you a magic number. Instead, we’re going to dive into the messy, complicated reality of being blocked. We’ll look at the common reasons why guys block their exes, the different types of “blocks” out there (because not all blocks are created equal!), and some stories of people who did eventually get unblocked. We’ll also talk about strategies you can use (though, fair warning, some involve doing absolutely nothing!), and what to do if the unblocking never happens. We’ll even touch on how attachment styles and social media habits play a role in all this.