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How can I stop myself from checking up on my ex?

Profile: creativeRiver
creativeRiver on May 2, 2016
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As days pass by, you will learn to let go, it dose not mean you'll stop loving him, or miss him, when you let go you will be happy, cause you will have figured out that life dose not stop with him, you will realise that there are still many more possibilities you will learn to love in a new way, you would learn that love is not just memories, or times that you have spent, you will evantually realise that love is the beauty in everything, and you'll be happy, of the new prospectives and possibilities of life, meeting someone new, eating your favourite food, watching your favourite movie, you will be in love with happiness, and along the way, you will find that person, who will shear just happiness with you.
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Profile: indigokid03
indigokid03 on Apr 6, 2015
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Find a cuter guy that you can stalk instead. And we both know, that there is a cuter, sexier guy for you out there.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Apr 9, 2015
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Focus on other things in life (i.e., hobbies, families, friends), distract yourself with many activities. And when you are on the way to check up on him/her, BE STRONG! Tell yourself that you can resist the temptation of checking up on him/her. The first time will be hard, but after that first time, you'll be able to tell yourself "If i've done it in the past, I can do it again this time". And soon after, the temptation would gradually fade.
Profile: GermanZebraCupcake
GermanZebraCupcake on Jul 27, 2015
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Every time you feel the urge to go check on your ex, force yourself to do something else like go on a walk or watch an episode of tv. (The first option is better because it's forcing you to get up and do something instead of being tempted.) Do something that makes you happy instead! :)
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 9, 2015
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Occupying yourself with a new hobby may help. You can find some new artist to listen to or a new TV show or something that interests you.
Profile: Greatlistener87
Greatlistener87 on Apr 12, 2016
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Let your ex go. It easier said then done, but thats the only way you can stop checking up on him. Delete all ways/access that you have to be able to check up on your ex so that u will have no means to do so.
Profile: ItsAcidalia
ItsAcidalia on Mar 26, 2018
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hang out with your friends, spend time with your family. pamper yourself and give yourself some time to relax and be free. you'll love your life without him/her
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Dec 29, 2020
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My experience with that issue was basically that I kept checking on them because a part of me had some kind of "unfinished business" with them. It was difficult for me to let them go, as long as I was still lacking answers to questions that were burnt into my mind. My friends kept telling me that "it's unhealthy to obsess over them like that". And it was, because I hurt myself in that process. All that checking up hurt my own feelings, because it reminded me of the break-up, of the good and the bad memories. So, how did I stop it for myself? I waited a tiny bit and once I felt like there was enough "grass" over the wounds, I had an honest conversation with them and asked all those questions I needed to. I learnt that some questions will stay unanswered forever, but that what happened, happened for a reason. That I realised I was hurting myself, and that I had to stop that in order to grow from that relationship. In the end, I taught myself to believe that when one relationship ends for good, it's only to make you a better person and partner and get you growth for your next adventure ahead! :-)
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 3, 2015
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Blocking all communication such examples include facbook and make sure you delete all contact info but manily facebook !!
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on May 23, 2015
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That depends on how connected you are to your ex and their family. Is your life better since the break up? Focus on that- do things that make you happy and that revolve around you and your needs.
Profile: paul1982
paul1982 on May 28, 2015
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Delete their number from your mobile if it is not needed, delete them from your facebook/twitter/social media accounts that way you will be both less tempted and it will be more difficult.
Profile: GodsOwn
GodsOwn on Aug 17, 2015
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You still care about her. There is nothing wrong with checking up on her. Maybe you need to just let yourself be, not be too critical
Profile: bubblingLove76
bubblingLove76 on Aug 24, 2015
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Try avoiding all social media with which you have "friend-ed" them. You do not have to delete or block them. Just simply un-follow them so you are not tempted.
Profile: YourNotAlone231
YourNotAlone231 on Sep 1, 2015
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Just try to accept that they were not right for you. The right person is out there for you. And try to realize that its okay to be alone, there is nothing wrong with being single.
Profile: ActiveListener0809
ActiveListener0809 on Sep 1, 2015
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First thing to do is that you have identified that you do check up on them frequently. The next step is to try to replace the behaviors with more productive activities.
Profile: Munashe100
Munashe100 on Jan 5, 2016
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Block them on all social media if it upsets you to see how they are doing. Store all pictures and memories in a special box so when you are older you can remember the good times but don't delete everything because you could regret losing those memories.
Profile: bountifulHope17
bountifulHope17 on May 2, 2016
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Block all avenues through which you find yourself checking up on your ex. It will be difficult but really worth it. Spend time doing other things, take up classes, go out and socialise. It is just a matter of time. You will soon realize you no longer want to look back.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 13, 2016
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Try to fill your life with more positive people who care about you. Having great friends and family who support you is always key :)
Profile: SteveR92
SteveR92 on Nov 27, 2017
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Block him/her on facebook, delete his/her number and find ways to keep your mind busy for example listen to music or go on walks.
Profile: lovingWords79
lovingWords79 on Dec 5, 2017
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you need to try and find away to distract your self from checking up on your ex maybe talking to someone instead going to freind or family to stop u from checkng on you ex
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