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Is it okay to spy on my ex's Facebook page to see what he's up to?

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Last Updated: 07/09/2018 at 8:13pm
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marielsaywhat
November 13th, 2014 4:56am
It's okay if you two are still friends after the break up, but if it ended badly between the two of you. I would say it's not okay.
Anonymous
November 7th, 2014 5:39pm
Hmm..I think it is not okay especially when you're trying to move on....you will just feel bad about it or you might just miss that person.
Anonymous
November 4th, 2014 8:20pm
Its something that stops you from moving forward with life if you keep thinking about what your ex is doing. Its best to cut them off completely and remember why they are an ex in the first place.
Anonymous
November 19th, 2014 6:07am
The answer is no. Spying means you are still latched onto him. If you are in a stage where everything has ended and you are trying to move forward, you should not be spying.
LouisWantsToHugYou
November 3rd, 2014 11:51am
It's ok even though it doesn't really help on anything. Ask yourself what will you gain from this. The last time you decided to check your ex's Facebook page, how did that make you feel?
SaraC13
October 31st, 2014 1:41pm
Yes it's okay but it may not help you in the long run especially if you're trying to move on from him.
RYBH
October 26th, 2014 10:40pm
The only thing this will do is hurt you and make you feel depressed on the inside. It is best to move on and not stalk your ex
HopeJunior19
October 7th, 2014 5:17pm
It depends on your perspective. If you're trying to get over your ex, then don't as you shouldn't be bothered with what he's up to anymore. But it's alright to be a little busybody every once in awhile I guess!
bratgurl14
November 17th, 2015 6:49pm
well not really because he is an ex for a reason and you dont want to get sad when you see him get a new girlfriend because no one does i mean i dont but thats just me
SamTheBeardGuy
July 9th, 2018 8:13pm
Not really. The best thing to do is completely ignore them. Just avoid trying to write them or spy on them. Is the first step to move on!
gentlePudding78
December 8th, 2015 2:30am
it wont make you feel any better its easier to forget about them and move on its harder to keep doing that and not feel depressed
HeretoListen3
December 28th, 2015 6:59am
In my personal opinion I think its okay. I think as people we get curious of our past and I think if given the chance, we will take a peek. Sometimes there might be something that reminds us of them or sometimes its just random. Regardless of what the case may be, I think we get curious. I think the bigger concern is whether or not there is an ulterior motive or reason behind the spying. I think that's the real question.
Lexi30
October 7th, 2014 9:00am
It's fine to check, but when this starts becoming a daily thing, that's when it becomes a problem.
jess3456s
October 5th, 2014 11:37pm
No, it's not okay to spy on your ex's facebook page because it's wrong and you're broken up for a reason.
TheyScreamSIlvia
October 5th, 2014 7:03pm
It is not okay to spy on your ex's facebook page because it could be a form of disrespect harrassment and stalking
RainbowHelp777
October 25th, 2016 7:33pm
Facebook is there for whatever you please. Your ex has the ability to block specific friends or strangers and if you aren't, then there is no reason not to.
ListenWithoutJudjment
November 22nd, 2016 12:20pm
To be honest, this is tempting but this is the WORST thing you could do. The best way to get over and forget about your Ex is to stop them from popping up in your thoughts, and this wont happen when you're getting a notification about what kind of cake their making or what their doing at the gym.
Anonymous
March 7th, 2017 4:19am
Well look it is normal to do that at the beginning of when yell not together but you have to know that either u want to hear it or not u have to love on and keep going with your life u have to leave him at the pass
Anonymous
December 11th, 2017 3:16pm
you have every right to do that, however, you will move on much quicker if you try to stop. It is normal to want to see what they are up to. But don't stay caught up in that, because you are only hindering your ability to move forward without them. xx
Anonymous
September 12th, 2014 3:55am
I feel as though this is a very normal thing to do. Most women want to know what their ex partner is going through and compare it to their emotions.
Chelseamh6
November 13th, 2015 3:12am
I feel that is best to stop being friends with ex's on social media. it can be a painful reminder to see what they are up to and what they are doing.
Brittneym101
November 3rd, 2015 7:20pm
Is it ok to spy on your ex's Facebook page to see what he's up to? Yes, because it's Facebook and that's what Facebook is for and unless that person has you blocked there's not much that they can do about it. Do I recommend for you to spy on your ex's Facebook page to see what he's/she's up to or for anything at all? No! The reason being is because you may end up seeing things that you don't want to see. You obviously still have feelings for he/she if you're doing this, and once you see those things it's just going to hurt you even more. Even if they end up contacting you it's still best not to do this. I know that this may not sound ordinary, but I wouldn't Go on his/her Facebook page even when you're together. You can still find those things because if you're looking for it you're bound to find it one day. I've learned that the hard way.
KayHere4You
November 2nd, 2015 2:52am
Spying on your ex's page will make moving on harder it will also trigger anxiety/depression which are both unhealthy for your emotional health. Occupy your time with more meaningful and positive activities.
Resilience221
October 11th, 2015 5:25pm
It really depends on what is going on within yourself. It is difficult to focus on the future when your heart is still on the past and your feelings for your ex. In this case, it'd be better to train yourself to not "spy" on his Facebook. But, we all move on at different rates. Take your time. But, if you are merely curious and check his Facebook once and awhile, that isn't bad. We all get curious sometimes.
NewRomantic677
September 30th, 2015 3:58pm
Ahh, Facebook. Sometimes it's a counter productive tool. Many people are faced with this dillema including myself, sometimes we feel like we just have to give their profile a click! If you personally feel that clicking on his profile to see what he's up to will not put you down in any way, I think it's okay to go for it! That being said, if you're still in the midst of getting over him if be more careful about how often you visit his profile. Cheers!
Anonymous
September 29th, 2015 9:30pm
I don't think it is because it's his personal life, and he shouldn't have people around watching everything he does on social media
Teddy009
September 28th, 2015 6:54pm
I did it. It's not good for you. It'll keep your mind focused on something that's not important anymore.
Alicat711
September 15th, 2015 4:58am
This will likely upset you, especially if you see something you do not like on his page. From past experience I have found that blocking my ex's on all social media is extremely helping. Maybe after a while you can catch up with him again once you have moved on, but until then spying may not be the best idea.
sputniklibertine
July 20th, 2015 1:24am
It's okay, but you might feel much worse than before you've looked them up. Depends on whether or not you consider them your ex as well. Some of the people I've dated are now friends to me, but that's only after a long process of healing.
gracefulUnicorns50
July 6th, 2015 7:22am
Well let me tell you this everybody does it. Your not alone but No its not okay how are you gonna ever get over that person if your constantly spying on his face book page you know.