How do you know when your ex still loves you

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Notice if your ex always seems to be around.[1] Your ex will probably try to find reasons to be around you if they’re still interested. They might pop up at your job, hang out at your favorite places, and attend events they know you enjoy. Track how often you see your ex to figure out if they might be trying to run into you.[2]
- If you and your ex both like the same local coffee shop, they might not be there to see you. However, if your ex never had an interest in art before your breakup but shows up at every art opening, they’re probably coming in the hopes of running into you.
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Look at what they’re posting on social media.[3] If you’re still following them on social media, scroll through their recent postings to see what’s going on in their life. Notice if they seem happy or sad. Additionally, see if they appear to have moved on or might be stuck in the past.[4]
- For instance, a post like, "Really miss the good times I used to have with a certain someone" or "The last few days have been hard" might mean they’re thinking about you. On the other hand, if they’re posting pics of them with a new partner, they might be moving on.
Tip: If looking at your ex’s social media makes you feel sad or jealous, unfollow them and ignore this suggestion. Your feelings are super important, so don’t do something that makes you feel bad.

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Check if they’re liking your social media posts and pics.[5] It’s normal for your ex to occasionally react to 1 of your posts. However, your ex might still be interested if they’re liking most of your posts or going back to like old posts. Track how often they interact with your social media account to see if they might still care about you.[6]
- For instance, it might not mean anything if your ex likes a post about you getting a new car. However, they probably still like you if they like every photo you post of yourself.
- If your ex likes old photos of you together, it’s very likely that they still like you.
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Watch how your ex reacts when they see you. When you run into your ex, watch their reaction to see if it’s positive, neutral, or negative. Look at their facial expressions and their body language to help you figure out how they feel.[7]
- For instance, let’s say your ex smiles really big and comes over to say, "Hi! How’s it going?" This might be a sign they still like you.
- If they give you a slight wave and say, "Oh, hey," they might feel neutral toward you. In this case, they might just want to be friends.
- On the other hand, they might have moved on if they frown, move away, or fold their arms in front of their body.
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Notice if your ex touches you a lot. When you like someone, it’s really hard to resist casually touching them. In fact, this is a common way to flirt! Consider if your ex touches you on your arm, shoulder, back, or legs. This could be a sign that they like you.[8]
- You might also notice that your ex goes in for a hug whenever you run into each other or after you have a conversation. This might mean they like you.
Tip: If the touching makes you uncomfortable, tell them to stop. Say, "Don’t touch me like that anymore. Please respect my personal space."
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See if they’re willing to do you a favor. Your ex might be willing to help you out with something if they’re still into you. Tell them about a problem that you’re having and see if they volunteer to help. Alternatively, ask them to help you with something you know they’re good at doing. If they say yes, they might still like you.[9]
- For example, ask them to help you with a homework assignment or ask them to help you host a party for a mutual friend.
- If your ex is super friendly and helpful, they might do you the favor even if they don’t like you.
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Pay attention if they’re hanging onto some of your things. Normally, you give each other back your personal belongings after a break up. If your ex keeps some of your stuff, it might be a sign they still like you. Check to see if you got all of your things back from them.[10]
- For instance, your ex might keep 1 of your shirts so they can smell your scent. Similarly, they might keep an old DVD of a movie you watched together a lot.
- If the item is valuable, your ex might just be trying to keep it for its value. As an example, don’t let them keep your mp3 player.
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Find out if they've gone on any dates or hooked up with someone. Check your ex's social media accounts to see if they're posting about a new relationship or if they've posted photos with a new partner. Additionally, check with your mutual friends to find out if there's someone new in their life. If they're dating someone else, they're probably focused on the future and their new relationship.[11]
- In some cases, your ex might post photos of themself with someone else to make you jealous. However, they've likely moved on if they're in another relationship.

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“Does my ex still love me?”

Are you asking yourself this question?

Maybe your friends are giving you hints and suggestions, or maybe your ex has texted or called one too many times, or maybe you just have a gigantic gut intuition telling you – your ex still has feelings for you!

But we all have feelings for our exes, right? The question is – are those feelings love?

In this article, we explore the idea of whether or not your ex might still love you, the signs to look out for to truly see if they still do, and the ways to make sure that you aren’t seeing things that aren’t actually there.

10 Signs That Your Ex Still Loves You

Figuring out if your ex wants you back isn’t so straightforward, but it’s not exactly rocket science either.

Even without “I love yous” and other affirmations, there will be signs and hints of lingering affection that can either be obvious or not-so-obvious.

And if you’re convinced your ex wants you back, it might be because you’ve been seeing some of these signs yourself.

If asking your ex outright isn’t an option (you don’t want to come off presumptuous or embarrass yourself, after all), pay attention to the details below. These could be telling signs that your ex-partner still has feelings for you:

1) Creating Excuses To Talk

Unless you and your ex share responsibilities (work, children, assets), it’s likely that you have no reason to talk to each other.

But even so, you still find your ex chatting you up about anything, and quite frequently at that.

Whether it’s asking for stuff you’re pretty sure you’ve given back to asking for random information that they could easily figure out themselves, one way to tell if your ex is still into you is by understanding the intent behind these random conversations.

Do they talk for the sake of talking to you? How often do they try to come up with excuses just to talk to you?

If your ex is bugging you more than usual, take a step back and consider that they might be using this to attempt to reconnect with you.

2) What Would a Gifted Advisor Say?

The signs above and below will give you a good idea about whether your ex still loves you.

Even so, it can be very worthwhile to speak to a gifted person and get guidance from them. They can answer all sorts of relationship questions and take away your doubts and worries.

Like, does your ex still love you? Are they the person you’re really meant to be with?

I recently spoke to someone from Psychic Source after going through a rough patch in my relationship. After being lost in my thoughts for so long, they gave me a unique insight into where my life was going, including who I was meant to be with.

I was actually blown away by how kind, compassionate and knowledgeable they were.

Click here to get your own love reading.

In this love reading, a gifted advisor can tell you whether your ex still loves you, and most importantly empower you to make the right decisions when it comes to love.

3) Treating You Like This

Think about how your ex still treats you.

Do they still go out of their way to help you and protect you against the little and big things in life?

Most importantly, are they still trying to earn your respect by doing things for you?

If yes, then this is the clearest possible sign that they still love you deeply.

4) Prolonging Conversations

Conversations come to a natural end. You’re both adults with busy lives and sometimes there’s nothing left to say after two or three replies.

But if you find yourself continuing a conversation with your ex that should have definitely ended five or so exchanges ago, there’s a chance they’re just trying to talk to you for the sake of talking to you.

The next time you’re talking to your ex, see if they make attempts to make the conversation longer. Whether it’s texting online or casually chatting up, it’s easy to see when someone is trying to spend more time talking to you.

Test it out by giving short, curt answers. If they try to flesh more information out of you or change the subject to try and engage you, they’re definitely trying to prolong the conversation.

5) Staying In Touch With Your Family and Friends

This might not be as intentional as the first two but it’s still a telling sign that your ex is into you.

Normally, exes would already move on with their lives, which also means they will no longer be in touch with your friends and especially with your family.

After all, there’s no point in keeping that connection if you’re already out of their life.

Staying connected with your family and friends simply means they’re still feeling connected to you on some degree.

They might not want you back outright, but they’re definitely feeling tethered to you on some level, which is why they’re finding it difficult to cut the connections you’ve introduced them to.

6) Want Advice Specific to Your Situation?

While this article explores the main signs your ex still loves you, it can be helpful to speak to a relationship coach about your situation.

Relationship Hero is a site where highly trained relationship coaches help people through complicated and difficult love situations, like whether you should get back with your ex or move on. They’re a very popular resource for people facing this sort of challenge.

How do I know?

Well, I reached out to them a few months ago when I was going through a tough patch in my own relationship. After being lost in my thoughts for so long, they gave me a unique insight into the dynamics of my relationship and how to get it back on track.

I was blown away by how kind, empathetic, and genuinely helpful my coach was.

In just a few minutes you can connect with a certified relationship coach and get tailor-made advice for your situation.

Click here to get started.

7) Reaching Out On Special Occasions/Holidays

Have you ever noticed that your ex has always greeted you a happy birthday or happy holiday without fail?

In normal circumstances, they’re probably just being nice but in this context, it might be a sign that you’re still on their mind.

This only means something extra if your ex is going out of their way to message you on holidays, events, and special occasions.

If they’re doing it to pretty much everyone else, it might just be that they’re festive and want to spread the holiday cheer.

To figure out whether these greetings have a meaning to it or not, try and compare the message you get VS the message your friends get from your ex.

Is it extra thoughtful in any way or just a generic group message?

8) Fondly Bringing Up Old Memories

Is your ex constantly taking you on a trip down memory lane?

One or two mentions of fun memories from when you were together is probably nothing – something may have triggered that memory and now they’re just sharing it with you.

On the other hand, if they’re constantly talking about “the good old days”, there’s a good chance that they miss it.

Watch what they say and how they say it. Do they talk about just the feeling of being in a relationship or are they talking about what it’s like to be in a relationship with you specifically?

If these talks end with a hint of “weren’t we good together?”, it’s a sign that your ex not only has feelings for you but is probably also thinking about getting back together with you.

9) Opening Up To You

We open up to the person we’re in a relationship with – that is pretty much true. But it’s rare to hear about exes having such a strong connection even after the relationship.

Telling you about their day is one thing, but being their go-to person for advice, jokes, and laughter is another.

If they’re still disclosing personal and intimate information or asking for your opinions and thoughts on things, it’s obvious your judgment still holds some kind of value in their head, which means they still respect you and that you still have a special place in their heart.

10) Drunk Texts and Calls

In a world driven by hookup culture, drunk calls and texts aren’t always revelatory. A drunk phone call asking you where you are at 3 AM isn’t always a sign they want to get back together – maybe they’re just bored.

On the other hand, if the call or text is uncharacteristic in that they’re actually talking about the relationship, being apologetic or nostalgic, and just downright vulnerable, it could be a sign that your ex still has feelings for you.

However, there’s no telling whether these feelings are strong enough to help the both of you get back together.

Sometimes feelings of nostalgia exist because we want to make it up to people in some way.

Before jumping the gun, talk to them about drunk calls and texts, without exerting too much pressure or harboring any expectations.

I learned this from Brad Browning. He’s hands down one of my favorite “get your ex back” coaches on the internet.

He’s recently released a new video that gives some excellent tips and tricks to get your ex back. Several are extremely clever tips that hadn’t occurred to me before.

Watch the free video here.

How to Tell If Your Ex Still Loves You: 4 Actionable Tips

Going through a break up can leave even the most stoic and emotionally stable individuals in an emotional crisis, meaning you probably aren’t going to be in the best mental state of mind to objectively judge whether or not your ex still loves you.

Why? Because your brain might be desperate to get back together with your ex, and you might end up seeing false signs and patterns that don’t really exist.

But you also can’t always rely on your friends to help you interpret all the signs for you, because some experiences are just too personal for other people to get, no matter how much you describe it.

So how can you put yourself in a place where you can truly tell if your ex still loves you? Here are 4 steps you need to follow:

1) Give Them Space

Answer this question: if your ex called you up right now and asked you for a coffee, how quickly would you agree and how excited would you be?

If you could imagine yourself rushing to pick up the phone, excitedly agreeing, and making sure you your best and already dreaming about the possibility of being in a relationship with them again, then you are probably still very much in love with your ex.

And that’s fine; that’s expected, even. The problem is that your ex can feel your enthusiasm and your eagerness, and this puts them in an unnatural position of having too much control over you.

Even if your ex is the kindest person with the best intentions, being in this position means that you and them are no longer equals, and that makes it more difficult for them to properly miss you, because you aren’t acting like the person they fell in love with.

You’re acting like a person who is still incredibly obsessed.

So take a step back – don’t be so needy, don’t be so “there”. Be natural, act normal.

If your “getting-the-ex-back” mission is still not making any progress, try spending time with other people.

You don’t have to date them. You can, however, spend time with them and let your ex see that.

This might spark a little jealousy in your crush’s system and he or she may end up wanting your attention back for themselves.

Jealousy is a powerful thing; use it to your advantage. But use it wisely.

If you’re feeling a little adventurous, try this “Jealousy” text

— “I think it was a great idea that we decided to start dating other people. I do just want to be friends right now!” —

By saying this, you’re telling your ex that you’re actually dating other people right now… which will in turn make them jealous.

This is a good thing.

You’re communicating to your ex that you’re actually wanted by others. We’re all attracted to people wanted by others. By saying that you’re dating around already, you’re pretty much saying that “it’s your loss!”

After sending this text they’ll begin to feel attraction for you again because of the “fear of loss” I mentioned earlier.

This was a text I learned from Brad Browning, hands down my favorite “get your ex back” online coach. I mentioned him above.

Here’s a link to his free online video. He gives a number of useful tips that you can apply immediately to get your ex back.

3) Regain Your Inner Peace

On top of stepping back, it’s important that you know what to do once you’ve untethered yourself from your ex.

Even if you are no longer around your ex and excited at the chance of seeing them, it’s crucial that your ex knows – and more importantly, that you know – that there are other things going on in your life.

Pull yourself out of the emotional rollercoaster that your life has fallen into since the breakup, and try to find your own inner peace.

By growing into your own positive dynamic again and forgetting the pain and depression of no longer being with the person you love, you will be able to more objectively see the behaviors and actions of your ex and judge whether or not they mean that they still love you.

Not only will this make your ex want you back more, but this will also make you a better and bigger person as a whole.

4) Become Unavailable

If you really want to trigger your ex’s signs of wanting you back, there is no better way to do it than by showing them that you are no longer romantically available.

So many broken couples find themselves in prolonged states of limbo simply because they still have feelings for each other but neither partner wants to make the final push to do anything about it.

If your ex is on the fence about you, then show him or her that you’re moving on by being with someone else.

If they have any love left for you, they’ll know to show you whether or not they want to express it or not.

And if they don’t, then at least you are finally giving yourself the opportunity to try to find love again with someone new.

Why You Think Your Ex Might Still Love You

Breakups are never easy. No matter what two people break up over, at the end of the day they might always end up thinking about each other.

There’s always the feeling of, “I wish they would just apologize and try again!”, and both sides might be feeling this way.

In fact, it’s actually very natural for separated couples to get back together again.

According to one study, over a third of couples who break up get back together eventually and stick to each other long-term. Some of the most common reasons that couples end up getting back together include:

The feeling that their partners have changed for the better
An intense emotional investment in the relationship
The feeling that things will be different a second time around
Uncertainty and fear of what would happen without having each other
The commitment to stay together for the family
The unwillingness to build a new strong emotional connection with another partner

If you might be under the impression that your ex might still have strong feelings for you, you are probably not wrong.

After all, love is perhaps the strongest feeling we can have, and unless a couple experiences traumatic events that they can’t come back from – physical abuse or a long history of cheating – then it can be very likely that two people who intimately care for each other might find their way back into each other’s arms.

In many cases, the reasons why we break up are due to communication and commitment issues, both of which can be fixed through personal growth.

For most people, the love we feel for our partner won’t just disappear the moment we end the relationship; it’s still there, as strong as it ever was, and the reason for the break up isn’t because the love is gone, but because there’s a greater sense to commit to ourselves and our own personal growth rather than to a relationship seemingly going nowhere.

If you think your ex might still be in love with you, then you might be right. But there are other questions you have to answer before you do anything about it.

1) Are you really in the right state of mind and position to make the judgment on whether your ex still loves you or not?

2) Are you really seeing the right signs that your ex still loves you?

3) What do you want to do if you find out that your ex still loves you?

Are You Sure It’s Your Ex? Maybe It’s You

We get it – losing the love of your life can be incredibly difficult, and there’s nothing you want in the world more than getting a second chance at your old relationship. But sometimes in our desperation to reunite with our ex, we end up forcing ourselves to see patterns that aren’t really there.

Here are some clear indicators that you might still be too obsessed over your ex to really tell whether they still love you or not:

1) You think about them constantly

There isn’t a single day where your ex isn’t the biggest thought in your mind. You think of them when you wake up, you think of them before you go to bed, and you struggle to get them out of your mind even when you’re engaged in your other favorite activities.

It’s obvious why you feel this way, but if you want the gobsmacking truth, I suggest speaking to a gifted advisor right now.

See, you could analyze the signs until you reach the conclusion you’re looking for. However, nothing beats getting guidance from a gifted person who can give you real clarity about the situation.

I know from experience how helpful an advisor can be. When I was going through a similar problem to you, they gave me the guidance I sorely needed (and more!)

Click here to get your own love reading.

2) You chase their ghost

What does it mean to chase someone’s ghost? It means you can’t get enough of your memories with your ex, so you try to relive them over and over again. Your favorite restaurants, your favorite date spots, places where you might have had funny or cherished memories like the spot of your first kiss. You revisit these places again and again, even if your ex is long gone.

3) You do everything to get their attention

You hate the possibility that your ex might spend a day without thinking about you, because you can’t stop thinking about them and you don’t want them to move on. So you do whatever it takes to get their attention. Maybe you post more often on social media, or you take pictures with your mutual friends so your ex is bound to see you.

4) You don’t think about the tough questions

Questions like, “Can you or your ex really forgive each other?” “Would the love still be the same if you guys tried it one more time?” “Is there any way back to a happy and fulfilling relationship with your ex?” You can’t stand thinking about these questions and avoid them at all costs, because you know that you might not like the truthful answers you might come up with.

Signs That You’re Not Really In Love

So your ex does have feelings for you; now the question is do you feel the same way about them?

Sometimes exes have residual emotions about the relationship but it’s not always for the good. As the other half of this arrangement, you have the responsibility to figure out whether what you’re feeling is love or something else entirely. Sometimes we want to get back with our exes not because we want to be with them but because we want to get back at them.

Doing so might make you feel like you were more in control this time, but all it really does is inflict more pain on you and your ex. Here are the most important things to watch out for:

You want them to take full responsibility for the relationship. You don’t actually want a relationship, you just want them to share the blame and take more of the hurt this time around.

You want them to come to you but you don’t want to exert any effort. Whether it’s about pride or past pain, it doesn’t matter. If you’re unwilling to meet your ex halfway and try again, then it’s not love.

You want to “win”. You’re not really in it to create beautiful memories and establish a strong relationship. Your motivation is to feel like you’ve won this time, like you have power, authority, or leverage over them.
You don’t want them to get over you. You have no problem moving on with other people but the thought of them finding someone else bothers you.

Your Ex Still Loves You, Now What?

After looking at the signs and doing some of your own investigation, you’ve determined that your ex wants you back and is willing to give the relationship a second try. There are two ways to go about this:

Scenario A: They want you back and you want them back too

Focus on creating an entirely new kind of relationship. The old one obviously didn’t work, so it’s important to figure out what went wrong and avoid those mistakes this time. Don’t get into the relationship just because you miss each other. Prioritize eliminating those bad habits or else you’ll fall into the same pit again.

Scenario B: They want you back but you don’t want to be together again

Communicate what you want to ease their expectations. Be clear about wanting to stay friends (or not) and not giving the relationship a second try. That’s not to say that you should list out all their flaws; remind them of your incompatibilities and disagreements in a non-accusatory way. Show your ex why it didn’t work and frame your new beginnings as an opportunity to learn more about other people and grow into better individuals.

What To Do Moving Forward

At the end of the day, whether your ex is still into you or not shouldn’t be your main concern. The relationship didn’t work out for a reason, and both of you decided to go separate ways in the first place.

Before getting wrapped up in this, make sure you still prioritize yourself over anything else.

The relationship may not seem as bad or as complicated as it was, but there was a time when you thought breaking up was a good idea.

Before being roped into the relationship again, take a step back and evaluate your feelings: are you just feeling lonely or do you truly feel like your ex will add value to your life?

Ultimately, you shouldn’t let what your ex feels dictate what your next move is. If it’s meant to be, it will come naturally.

Don’t go out of your way to make things happen. Remember, this is a new chapter of your life. There’s no point in going back and rewriting tired stories when you could be starting fresh.

I Have a Question For You…

Do you really want to get back with your ex?

If you answered ‘yes’, then you need a plan of attack to get them back.

Forget the naysayers who warn you never to get back with your ex. Or those who say your only option is to move on with your life. If you still love your ex, then getting them back may be the best way forward.

The simple truth is that getting back with your ex can work.

There are 3 things to you need to do now that you’re broken up:

Work out why you broke up in the first place
Become a better version of yourself so you don’t end up in a broken relationship again.
Formulate a plan of attack to get them back.

If you want some help with number 3 (“the plan”), then Brad Browning’s The Ex Factor is the guide I always recommend. I’ve read the book cover to cover and I believe it’s the most effective guide to getting your ex back currently available.

If you want to learn more about his program, check out this free video by Brad Browning.

Getting Your Ex to Say, “I Made a Huge Mistake”

The Ex Factor isn’t for everyone.

In fact, it’s for a very specific person: a man or a woman who has experienced a break up and legitimately believes the breakup was a mistake.

This is a book that details a series of psychological, flirting, and (some would say) sneaky steps that a person can take in order to win back their ex.

The Ex Factor has one goal: to help you win back an ex.

If you’ve been broken up with, and you want to take specific steps to make your ex think “hey, that person is actually amazing, and I made a mistake”, then this is the book for you.

That is the crux of this program: getting your ex to say “I made a huge mistake.”

As for numbers 1 and 2, then you’ll have to do some self-reflection on your own about that.

What Else Do You Need to Know?

Brad’s Browning’s program is easily the most comprehensive and effective guide to getting your ex back you’ll find online.

As a certified relationship counselor, and with decades of experience working with couples to repair broken relationships, Brad knows what he’s talking about. He offers dozens of unique ideas that I’ve never read anywhere else.

Brad claims that over 90% of all relationships can be salvaged, and while that may sound unreasonably high, I tend to think he’s on the money.

I’ve been in contact with too many Hack Spirit readers who are happily back with their ex to be a skeptic.

Here’s a link to Brad’s free video again. If you want an almost foolproof plan to actually get your ex back, then Brad will give you one.

Do you want to get back with your ex?

Then you need to check out our FREE eBook, The Ex Back Handbook.

We have one goal in mind with this book: to help you win back an ex (for good!).

If you want a foolproof plan to reverse your break up, you’re going to love this guide.

Check it out here.

If you want specific advice on your situation, it can be very helpful to speak to a relationship coach.

I know this from personal experience…

A few months ago, I reached out to Relationship Hero when I was going through a tough patch in my relationship. After being lost in my thoughts for so long, they gave me a unique insight into the dynamics of my relationship and how to get it back on track.

If you haven’t heard of Relationship Hero before, it’s a site where highly trained relationship coaches help people through complicated and difficult love situations.

In just a few minutes you can connect with a certified relationship coach and get tailor-made advice for your situation.

I was blown away by how kind, empathetic, and genuinely helpful my coach was.

Click here to get started.

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