How to quit thinking about ex

IDGAFMentality · 2018-01-25T06:48:04+00:00

I know how you feel mate; my ex creeps up in my thoughts more than I would care for as well. I find that as long as I'm living in the present and engaged in something, my mind doesn't wander. I only think of her when I am reminded of the past, and the past is behind all of us, your time isn't worth thinking about things you cannot change.

I also have a note saved on my phone of the reasons why I am no longer in a relationship with said ex and a list of accomplishments and achievements I've had since then. Like others have said, there isn't a way to completely alleviate thoughts like this, and oftentimes it s beneficial to let them out. Just remember how much better off you are now, and keep living in the now brother. Best of luck on your journey.

9toro · 2018-01-25T06:17:26+00:00

let them thoughts flow in and out

ShotgunTRP · 2018-01-25T09:35:47+00:00

Accept the thoughts, thin them then move on

Solve bigger problems, create them if you have too.

Handsomebob103 · 2018-01-25T16:47:47+00:00

It takes time. To be honest my ex (bitch but long ltr) and one other cool ass chick pop in my head every now and again. It’s normal. You had good times and that left a mark. Life is about experiences. Be thankful for the time u had together. Enjoy the memories. Then focus on the now and the future. Make new memories with someone new and exciting and you won’t be thinking about her much Anymore.

Snowiceolated · 2018-01-25T21:02:25+00:00

It happens, and honestly the memories will never fully go away. But over time you'll notice those thoughts pop up less and less frequently.

You'll reach a point where they start becoming fond memories of your experiences and growth, rather than just pain.

silverhog1 · 2018-01-25T11:46:41+00:00

Simple: fuck other/more girls

Kommanderdude · 2018-01-25T13:06:03+00:00

Just stop thinking about it. You’re problem is that you aren’t self centered enough. If you had the proper amount of self centeredness you wouldn’t be asking these questions.

maxrp · 2018-01-25T10:26:17+00:00

I ghosted her

how did it actually end? did you cut it off?

RedHoodhandles · 2018-01-25T13:54:30+00:00

You need to have sex with girls that you perceive at least as equally hot as your ex. The hotter your ex was, the harder it is for you to forget her. GL.

Travis2310 · 2018-01-25T16:22:53+00:00

Imagine her fucking other men and not giving a fuck about you. It works because its probably true.

Grow up and move on.

LordThunderbolt · 2018-01-25T16:34:23+00:00

Time. You just got to give it time.

RAiderNat88 · 2018-01-25T17:57:45+00:00

Plate a more interesting/beautiful woman.

Title	How to quit thinking about ex
Author	michaelkc03
Upvotes	13
Comments	13
Date	January 25, 2018 6:04 AM UTC (8 years ago)
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