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Anonymous
November 22nd, 2016 5:34pm
Not quite, even if you two are not together anymore, that doesn't mean they weren't a part of your life. Maybe you have some happy memories in that pictures. But if looking at then brings pain, tan definitely I'd delete them.
Anonymous
June 8th, 2016 11:59am
I find that it is the easiest way to get through a break-up. If you keep photos of them, you might find yourself looking through them and feeling worse about the situation.
Depends, is seeing those pictures bringing you unpleasant feelings? If so, it's a good idea to delete them. If you can not bring yourself to delete them then back them up some where you won't see them until you are confident you have gotten over your ex.
Anonymous
June 5th, 2016 9:01pm
I guess it would depend on how the relationship was. If it was really poisonous, then I would say yes. If you feel you have fond memories of the time you spent together then you don't really need to. They might make a nice memento. But I think that the period after a break up is kinda volatile. If you don't delete them, it's probably a good idea to move them into a place where you don't have to see it often.
i think it would be a very effective way to get over your ex. it's less of a reminder of that person and would help you maybe not forget them, but not think about them as much.
If you feel as if you need to delete all pictures of your ex then go for it but if you don't feel like you are ready to or don't really want to or aren't sure wait awhile before doing so. Take your time.
There is no right or wrong answer. Sometimes, deleting pictures can help us move past relationships easier. If you think deleting the pictures will benefit you in the long run, do it.
Anonymous
June 4th, 2016 3:56am
No need! Its a memory for you! May be later you'll feel proud of it or you'll just laugh about it.
Just because something isn't special anymore, doesn't mean should should automatically forget what used to be special. If you are ready to delete them; you will know!
It depends, whether you broke up in good terms or not.. but maybe you have some nice memories that you wouldn't actually want to forget..
Yes. Otherwise, he will always be on your mind, and that isn't a good way to get over the breakup. It will bring back both good and bad memories, and you will take much longer to find another partner.
If you wish to move on, yes. Deleting pictures will only help to forget him/her. Try doing that and soon you will forget him/her.
It depends weather you think the break up is a long term thing and not just a little bump in the road
Anonymous
April 2nd, 2016 2:18pm
Personally, I would. If there are photos of your ex on your phone how are you meant to get over him? Unless a photo that has your ex on it is personal to you then I would.
When you feel like you're ready to move on and ready to cut ties with your past then delete them. Sometimes we just wake up and find ourselves forgetting and not thinking about our ex and then we remember hours later that we haven't thought about them for a while. That's usually a good sign to let you know that you're ready to move on from your ex. But don't delete them until you're completely sure that you're ready to move on.
In my opinion, no, not all of them. Farther along the way you may find yourself fonder of the memories and lessons you have learned along the way since then and a photo may be a way in which you might appreciate those things. That being said, it's best not to cling too tightly to those experiences and embrace the future so don't keep them if they don't create value in your life.
Anonymous
March 31st, 2016 8:40am
Yes, you should. Unless you no longer have any feeling for that person. The picture isn't what you delete, you actually delete memories and the past
I say get rid of most of them but keep the ONE thing that still makes you smile a bit when you see it. But if you don't have one of those then I say yes get rid of everything because believe me, until you find someone else who makes you happy, or you get over them, seeing any form of your old memories will hurt.
It is up to you If you wish to forget him and move on I say yes but if you are wanting to keep that part of your life than no
It's probably best if you still find yourself looking at those pictures and getting hurt It's also a good step to try and move on. Stay positive and open minded!
Anonymous
March 26th, 2016 6:44am
It is up to you, once it is done you cannot undo it. Only you can decide that, but don't do it until you are ready,
This is a hard question many of us ask. I understand you may still be in love with the person but ask yourself, will you ever go back to what you was before? If no, delete them. If yes, follow your heart.
Anonymous
March 25th, 2016 10:42pm
Depends on how you feel about your ex. If it helps you to get over and you want to forget your ex, do it. If you want to keep good memories and you still get along, why to delete them?
Anonymous
March 23rd, 2016 6:13pm
It depends on you, and how much you feel you can cope with right now. If you think that these pictures are potential triggers for your emotions, then yes I would consider deleting them. But, if your breakup was on mutual understanding, and you think that your differences will eventually pass, then perhaps preserving these memories to cherish them later will be good.
Either ways... know this will pass :)
You should only delete any embarrassing, inappropriate, or just something that wouldn't be kind. You can keep photos of you together. But, you should never use any photos as blackmail or as means of harassment. You shouldn't keep anything that you wouldn't like of yourself on your phone. Don't share the guy/girl's photo's with your friends as a way of embarrassing your ex. Even if the breakup was more messy than intended, never use any photos to harm the person. No need to delete all photos of him/her unless you feel like you need that as a way to start focusing on better things.
It completely depends on your situation, and how you broke up. When its pictures of you and them together or even just them it's better to delete them but in some cases you might end up regretting later on so it's actually a better option to put them in a locked folder like in snapchat 'my eyes only' folder or somewhere else hidden away where you won't view them. Or maybe You can send them to a trusted friend who would keep them for you until you're completely over your ex and looking at them won't bother you.
Anonymous
January 29th, 2016 4:49am
Should you remove their image from your head? Their shadow from your eyes? Their odor from your senses? The beat of their heart from the sensation of your hands? The remnants of their soul from the bottom of your heart? ...Digital images don't mean nothing, when your whole essence is already impregnated by their presence.
Anonymous
January 29th, 2016 3:49pm
yes so i can forget him it lessens the pain maybe but it depends on how i feel if i can delete our memories
Anonymous
January 29th, 2016 11:46pm
If that will help you move on then sure. I did, it helped not seeing the face of the woman I was going to marry any time I browsed my gallery. You need to do what's best for your health.
Anonymous
January 28th, 2016 11:32pm
You should delete them if you have no more feelings for him, and you should make sure you 100% are over him before you delete all of the pictures. In the future, you may develop more feelings for him and want to look back on those memories.
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