Breakups are hard. Let’s just get that out of the way. They’re emotional rollercoasters, and you’re strapped into the front seat, screaming the whole time. And then, just when you think you’re starting to level out, you get a text. From your ex.
It’s been three days, maybe less, maybe more, of blessed silence. You were trying to move on, to heal, to finally binge-watch that show everyone’s been talking about. Maybe you were even doing okay. And then, ding. There it is. A text from the person who just broke your heart. Cue the confusion, the overthinking, the sudden urge to analyze every single thing you’ve ever said or done.
The “no contact” rule is supposed to help. It’s supposed to give you space to breathe, to gain some perspective. To remind yourself that you’re a whole person, even without them. It’s that period after a breakup where you intentionally limit or completely cut off communication with your ex. But what happens when they break that rule? What does it mean when my ex texted me after 3 days of no contact?
This article will help you figure out why they texted, how to interpret the message, and what you should do next. It’s about understanding their potential motives, but even more importantly, it’s about taking care of yourself and continuing on your own path, no matter what that text might mean.
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