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The Many Paths Of Re-Attraction Progress

The Many Paths Of Re-Attraction Progress

Know When To Stop

Know When To Stop

If you’re not seeing any progress in re-attracting your ex in 1-3 months after the breakup, stop trying to get them back.

Ex-Back Advice Is Just Self-Improvement In Disguise

Ex-Back Advice Is Just Self-Improvement In Disguise

Ex-back advice is self-improvement in disguise — get your mind and life in order, and the rest will probably take care of itself.

How To Deal With Jealousy After A Breakup

How To Deal With Jealousy After A Breakup

Jealousy is something most people who want their ex back feel. And it's a pretty valid feeling to have. Learn 8 ways to overcome it.

The Dark Side Of Breakup Recovery

The Dark Side Of Breakup Recovery

Don't overwhelm yourself with breakup recovery and know that the whole point of it is to come to a place where you no longer need it.

They Just Don’t Fucking Like You

They Just Don’t Fucking Like You

Your ex isn't gaming or testing you. They don't want you to suffer. They don't have GIGS. They're not confused. They just don't like you.

I Dream About My Ex Every Night (Why And How To Stop)

I Dream About My Ex Every Night (Why And How To Stop)

Learn why you dream about your ex every night, what does it mean, and how to stop dreaming about them so you can function normally again.

A Guide To Resolving Guilt After A Breakup

A Guide To Resolving Guilt After A Breakup

The Backwards Law: How To Feel Better By Letting Go

The Backwards Law: How To Feel Better By Letting Go

Trying too hard to feel better and reach your post-breakup goals usually has the opposite effect — and the backwards law proves this.

Don’t Follow The 30-Day No Contact Rule (You Might Regret It)

Don’t Follow The 30-Day No Contact Rule (You Might Regret It)

Learn why the 30-day no contact rule doesn't actually work and what you should be doing instead to get your ex back.

How To Identify A Healthy Relationship

How To Identify A Healthy Relationship

Is your rekindled relationship healthy or not? Get your answer here, with this eye-opening guide to cultivating healthy relationships.

The Real Reason Why Your Ex Is Cold And How To Warm Them Up

The Real Reason Why Your Ex Is Cold And How To Warm Them Up

6 Healthy Relationship Quirks Most People Think Are Toxic

6 Healthy Relationship Quirks Most People Think Are Toxic

It could be our thinking about our relationship that’s flawed, and not necessarily the relationship itself.

How To Risk Rejection And Admit Uncomfortable Truths

How To Risk Rejection And Admit Uncomfortable Truths

A guide on how to tell your ex you still love them and want them back, and stop pretending you're okay with how things are between you now.

16 Striking Signs Your Ex Will Never Come Back

16 Striking Signs Your Ex Will Never Come Back

Discover 16 signs your ex will never come back, why focusing on them lowers your chances of reconciliation, and what to do instead.

Death To Chasing: Let Go Of Your Ex To Get Them Back

Death To Chasing: Let Go Of Your Ex To Get Them Back

Chasing your ex doesn't make them come back. It only pushes them farther away. To get them back, you first have to let them go.

The Heart’s Contradictions: 9 Common Post-Breakup Paradoxes

The Heart’s Contradictions: 9 Common Post-Breakup Paradoxes

How “Fake It Until You Make It” Can Backfire

How “Fake It Until You Make It” Can Backfire

Learn how the popular advice of "fake it until you make it" can backfire when you're trying to get your ex back.

Vulnerability: The Key To Rekindling Your Relationship

Vulnerability: The Key To Rekindling Your Relationship

True vulnerability is key when you're trying to get back with your ex. Learn what it is and what it can and can't do for you.

8 Ways To Overcome Anger After A Breakup

8 Ways To Overcome Anger After A Breakup

It’s normal to feel angry after a breakup. It's a key stage to recovery. Here are 8 ways to deal with your anger after a breakup effectively.

Ex Wants To Take Things Slow: What It Means & What To Do

Ex Wants To Take Things Slow: What It Means & What To Do

Why Your Ex Isn’t Texting Back And How To Proceed

Why Your Ex Isn’t Texting Back And How To Proceed

How To Rebuild (Or Build) Self-Esteem After A Breakup

How To Rebuild (Or Build) Self-Esteem After A Breakup

Learn about the nature of self-esteem and a handful of therapy-approved solutions for rebuilding (or building) it after your breakup.

Radical Acceptance In The Face Of Adversity

Radical Acceptance In The Face Of Adversity

The more you try to rid yourself of suffering, the more powerful it grows. The only way out is through acceptance. Here’s how this looks like.

I Hate My Ex: 61 Short And Simple Steps To Finally Let Go

I Hate My Ex: 61 Short And Simple Steps To Finally Let Go

Follow the steps in this article and you'll feel better about your breakup, regardless of the amount of suffering it brings.

The Psychology Of No Contact: What Happens When You Cut Off Your Ex

The Psychology Of No Contact: What Happens When You Cut Off Your Ex

My Perspective On Post-Breakup Emotional Mastery

My Perspective On Post-Breakup Emotional Mastery

The Guide To Healthy Post-Breakup Habits That Stick

The Guide To Healthy Post-Breakup Habits That Stick

Learn what habits are, the science of habit formation, as well as how to build healthy post-breakup habits and actually stick with them.

Performance Vs. Authentic Growth

Performance Vs. Authentic Growth

The prime difference between those who get back with their ex for good versus those who struggle and fail.

Cheerful Nihilism

Cheerful Nihilism

My personal philosophy. I'm happier and more resilient than ever because of it. Maybe you will get the same results if you adopt it.

Finding Hope After Heartbreak

Finding Hope After Heartbreak

Before one can heal from a breakup, they need to decide that that's something worth doing — they need to overcome their crisis of hope.

How To Show Your Ex You Have Changed While In No Contact

How To Show Your Ex You Have Changed While In No Contact

How To Overcome Breakup Inspired Limiting Beliefs

How To Overcome Breakup Inspired Limiting Beliefs

A breakup makes us form many limiting beliefs about ourselves that hold us back from recovery and growth. Here's how to overcome them.

12 Signs You Had A Toxic Relationship With Your Ex

12 Signs You Had A Toxic Relationship With Your Ex

Were you in a toxic relationship or are your biases tricking you? Get your answer here, with the 12 warning signs of a toxic relationship.

Why Exes Come Back When You Stop Wanting Them (And How To Respond)

Why Exes Come Back When You Stop Wanting Them (And How To Respond)

Your Ex Doesn’t Speak Some Alien Gender-Based Language

Your Ex Doesn’t Speak Some Alien Gender-Based Language

Whether a man or woman, your ex doesn't communicate differently. Communication has, in fact, nothing to do with gender.

How To Forgive Your Ex When You Can’t Forget Them

How To Forgive Your Ex When You Can’t Forget Them

You probably won’t forget the wrongs committed against you anytime soon. But what you can do is forgive your ex. Here’s how.

Understanding And Managing Neediness

Understanding And Managing Neediness

Learn to understand neediness and manage it better (even overcome it) so it doesn't sabotage your attempts at getting back with your ex.

What Does It Mean When Your Ex Insults You (And What To Do)

What Does It Mean When Your Ex Insults You (And What To Do)

Learn what it means when your ex insults you and how to handle the situation in a way that gets you closer to rekindling your relationship.

4 Irrational Beliefs About No Contact (And What To Believe Instead)

4 Irrational Beliefs About No Contact (And What To Believe Instead)

5 Signs Your Ex Is Not Worth Getting Back Together With

5 Signs Your Ex Is Not Worth Getting Back Together With

18 Common Reasons Why People Break Up

18 Common Reasons Why People Break Up

Breaking up hurts, but why does it happen? Why did your relationship fail in the first place? Discover 18 reasons in this article.

How To Deal With Negative Emotional Triggers After A Breakup

How To Deal With Negative Emotional Triggers After A Breakup

Re-Attraction Placebos

Re-Attraction Placebos

Most "re-attraction science" techniques are logical placebos for creating emotional realities; ways for people to cope with emotional issues.

Hope For Reconciliation: Don’t Kill It, Transform It Instead

Hope For Reconciliation: Don’t Kill It, Transform It Instead

On Taking Responsibility For Your Breakup

On Taking Responsibility For Your Breakup

Most people never take responsibility for their breakup, and so they suffer perpetually. Learn how to take it, and break the cycle.

6 Signs Your Ex Is Testing You And How To Handle It

6 Signs Your Ex Is Testing You And How To Handle It

Learn what tests are, how they look, the signs your ex is testing you, whether those signs are real or not, how to deal with tests, and more.

A Realist’s Guide To Finding A Life Purpose

A Realist’s Guide To Finding A Life Purpose

A life purpose is one of the bigger determinants of a person's attractiveness, resilience, and happiness. Here's my way of finding it.

7 Reasons Being Friends With Your Ex To Get Them Back Is A Mistake

7 Reasons Being Friends With Your Ex To Get Them Back Is A Mistake

How To Deal With With Regret After A Breakup

How To Deal With With Regret After A Breakup

Learn seven supremely practical ways of coping with regret post-breakup so you can emerge as a more resilient and happier person despite it.

Phantom Ex Syndrome: Where It Comes From And How To Beat It

Phantom Ex Syndrome: Where It Comes From And How To Beat It

The Phantom Ex Syndrome is a nasty delusion many people yearning for their ex fall for. Here's how it works and how to overcome it.

A Complete Guide On How To Be Happy After A Breakup

A Complete Guide On How To Be Happy After A Breakup

An honest and pragmatic exploration of the nature of happiness and how to acquire it after a breakup, even when all you feel is pain.

Don’t Chase Happiness After A Breakup (Do This Instead)

Don’t Chase Happiness After A Breakup (Do This Instead)

The Self-Improvement Paradox: When Progress Feels Painful

The Self-Improvement Paradox: When Progress Feels Painful

3 Fundamentals Of Being Irresistibly Attractive

3 Fundamentals Of Being Irresistibly Attractive

Getting back with your ex is much easier if you're an attractive motherfucker worth coming back to. Learn what it takes to become one.

The Holy Trinity Of Breakup Recovery

The Holy Trinity Of Breakup Recovery

Learn three powerful healing modalities that will turbocharge your breakup recovery and help you feel great again faster than anything else.

7 Solutions For When You Can’t Sleep After A Breakup

7 Solutions For When You Can’t Sleep After A Breakup

Discover 7 powerful solutions for when you can't sleep after a breakup straight from a retired biohacker and sleep and productivity nerd.

6 Myths About Emotions (And What To Believe Instead)

6 Myths About Emotions (And What To Believe Instead)

Here are 6 of the most common myths about emotions and the science-backed truths you should believe instead.

The Stages And Psychology Of Dumpers Remorse

The Stages And Psychology Of Dumpers Remorse

A breakdown of the stages of dumpers remorse or regret and their psychology. Learn what they are, how they work, and the timelines for each.

How Long Does It Take An Ex To Come Back (The Exact Answer)

How Long Does It Take An Ex To Come Back (The Exact Answer)

The Staggering Bullshit Of The Ex-Back Gurus

The Staggering Bullshit Of The Ex-Back Gurus

Discover 12 signs indicating you're getting ex-back advice from a guru: a modern-day shoddy product peddler and con artist.

Why Ex-Back “Chances” Quizzes Are A Complete Scam

Why Ex-Back “Chances” Quizzes Are A Complete Scam

How To (Realistically) Find Yourself After A Breakup

How To (Realistically) Find Yourself After A Breakup

Learn the process of finding yourself after a breakup so you can speed up your recovery, feel less alienated, and finally be happy again.

Your Ex Is Suffering Too (But Here’s Why That Changes Nothing)

Your Ex Is Suffering Too (But Here’s Why That Changes Nothing)

Look At What Your Ex Does (Not What They Say Or Mean)

Look At What Your Ex Does (Not What They Say Or Mean)

Stop paying attention to what your ex says and means. Instead, focus on what they do to accurately gauge their attraction.

Your Ex Is Not Your Therapist

Your Ex Is Not Your Therapist

Your ex is not your therapist, nor should they be. And if you make them one, you'll be rejected in no time and never get them back.

Why Do Breakups Hurt (Even When You Wanted It)

Why Do Breakups Hurt (Even When You Wanted It)

Discover the surprising science of why breakups hurt (even when you wanted it), how long yours will hurt, and what hurts the most about it.

8 Massive Signs Your Ex Just Wants To Sleep With You

8 Massive Signs Your Ex Just Wants To Sleep With You

Learn 8 signs your ex just wants to sleep with you, why they want it, and how to navigate the conundrum so you eventually get them back.

The Inferiority Gap

The Inferiority Gap

The science and solutions behind arguably the largest and most common problem people who want their ex back face.

How To Overcome Anxiety When Re-Attracting An Ex

How To Overcome Anxiety When Re-Attracting An Ex

Learn what anxiety is, where it comes from, how it screws you over, and how to overcome it so you can be more confident and less fearful.

Sometimes No Move Is The Best Move

Sometimes No Move Is The Best Move

Sometimes doing nothing is more powerful than absolutely anything you could possibly say or do in a re-attraction related situation.

The Phantom Ex And The Soulmate

The Phantom Ex And The Soulmate

Learn about the Phantom Ex and Soulmate Syndromes and how to overcome them so you don't remain forever heartbroken and disappointed in love.

The Truth About Making Your Ex Jealous (It Always Backfires)

The Truth About Making Your Ex Jealous (It Always Backfires)

Fuck The Signs Your Ex Is In A Rebound Relationship

Fuck The Signs Your Ex Is In A Rebound Relationship

Learn why the signs your ex is in a rebound relationship may not mean anything and what you should do instead of focusing on them.

Never Suffer Alone

Never Suffer Alone

Always have a support system. Always be part of a community. Always get professional help. And always start dating as soon as reasonable.

Why Is My Ex Checking Up On Me? (10 Simple Explanations)

Why Is My Ex Checking Up On Me? (10 Simple Explanations)

If your ex is checking up on you, they're likely doing it for one of these reasons. Here's how to deal with them and mend your relationship.

Attachment Theory Explained

Attachment Theory Explained

Attachment theory is not only a good explanation for why your relationship failed, it’s the solution for many of your relational struggles.

5 Harsh Truths No One Tells You About Getting An Ex Back

5 Harsh Truths No One Tells You About Getting An Ex Back

Here are five simple yet harsh truths about getting an ex back that no one tells you about. For the most part, because they don't sell.

Don’t Take The Stages Of Anything Too Seriously

Don’t Take The Stages Of Anything Too Seriously

Learn five reasons why you should always treat breakup-related psychological stages as nothing more than a personality test or horoscope.

A Marvellous Misadventure Of The World’s Biggest Simp

A Marvellous Misadventure Of The World’s Biggest Simp

Part warning, part soothing balm: a short story about the ridiculous lengths some people go when trying to rekindle their relationship.

The Social Media Detox

The Social Media Detox

Learn how a social media detox can improve your well-being, increase your confidence, and help you heal from your breakup.

How Trauma Can Fuck Us Up And How To Heal It

How Trauma Can Fuck Us Up And How To Heal It

Before and after their breakup, trauma is a recurring theme for many of my readers. Here's how it works and how to finally heal from it.

Spawning Self-Awareness

Spawning Self-Awareness

A few tips for developing self-awareness. The better you become at the skill, the likelier your ex will perceive you as more attractive.

My First Taste Of Vulnerability

My First Taste Of Vulnerability

Consider being more vulnerable with your ex yourself. Maybe it changes everything. Fuck around and find out.

My Ex Unblocked Me On Instagram (Why And How To Respond)

My Ex Unblocked Me On Instagram (Why And How To Respond)

How To Get Your Ex Back After Cheating

How To Get Your Ex Back After Cheating

The complete guide on how to get your ex back after cheating and actually keep them.

Ex Started Talking To Me Again, Then Stopped (An Action Plan)

Ex Started Talking To Me Again, Then Stopped (An Action Plan)

A Provocative Perspective On Why You Can’t Let Your Ex Go

A Provocative Perspective On Why You Can’t Let Your Ex Go

Perhaps the reason you can't let go of your ex is because you're scared and selfish — the same way I was years ago.

8 Stages Of A Breakup And How To Navigate Them

8 Stages Of A Breakup And How To Navigate Them

Going through a breakup sucks. But thankfully, understanding its stages and how to navigate them makes the journey easier. So here they are.

How To Be Insanely Productive Despite A Breakup

How To Be Insanely Productive Despite A Breakup

A breakup will stifle your productivity. But there are certain universal and tried and tested principles you can follow to boost it.

12 Simple Habits That Accelerate Re-Attraction

12 Simple Habits That Accelerate Re-Attraction

A list of what I deem are the most effective re-attraction habits — habits that help you get back with your ex sooner.

I Miss My Ex: Why You Miss Them And 15 Powerful Solutions

I Miss My Ex: Why You Miss Them And 15 Powerful Solutions

A definitive guide on how to stop missing your ex — or at least how you can miss them less — even if you're going nuts right now.

Should I Text My Ex? (15 Reasons Against & Possible Exceptions)

Should I Text My Ex? (15 Reasons Against & Possible Exceptions)

Texting your ex is rarely a good idea. It may work for a few people but fail for the vast majority. Here are 10 reasons why it sucks.

The Ultimate Guide To The No Contact Rule

The Ultimate Guide To The No Contact Rule

Learn everything there is to know about the contact rule — the best way to recover from your breakup and/or get your ex back.

Covert Contracts: Subtle Saboteurs Of Re-Attraction

Covert Contracts: Subtle Saboteurs Of Re-Attraction

I’ve noticed lots of people making unconscious covert contracts with their exes, and it’s a big problem that I want to shed light on.

A No Bullshit Guide To Self-Care After A Breakup

A No Bullshit Guide To Self-Care After A Breakup

Practicing self-care after a breakup isn't rocket science. And it all starts with investing in five core life areas. Here's a guide on them.

Where Do You Get Your Validation?

Where Do You Get Your Validation?

Many think it's unhealthy to seek validation. But that's not true. It is healthy (even normal) if you're seeking it from the right place.

6 Ways To Develop Character And Become More Attractive

6 Ways To Develop Character And Become More Attractive

Character development is crucial for becoming more attractive and getting back with your ex sooner. Here's how you can leverage it.

Sit The Fuck Down And Be Grateful

Sit The Fuck Down And Be Grateful

Breakups suck, but there are many worse things that could happen to you. So be grateful a breakup is the only thing on your plate.

How To Get Revenge On Your Ex And, Ugh… Ruin Their Life?

How To Get Revenge On Your Ex And, Ugh… Ruin Their Life?

Learn how to get revenge on your ex and ruin their life in 5 steps. Yes, it is possible. All it takes is some willpower and a cunning plan.

How To Find And Sustain Motivation After A Breakup

How To Find And Sustain Motivation After A Breakup

Why Your Ex Moved On Quickly And How To Best Respond

Why Your Ex Moved On Quickly And How To Best Respond

Why did your ex move on so fast? What does it mean? How can you best respond? Here's everything you need to know if your ex moved on quickly.

Stop Using The “Law of Attraction” To Get Your Ex Back (It’s Delusional)

Stop Using The “Law of Attraction” To Get Your Ex Back (It’s Delusional)

Deserving Is Not The Point

Deserving Is Not The Point

You don’t necessarily deserve anything after your breakup, good or bad. Instead, here’s a simpler view on the topic to adopt.

Top 16 Signs Your Ex Is Pretending To Be Over You

Top 16 Signs Your Ex Is Pretending To Be Over You

Here are 16 signs your ex is pretending to be over you, even though they secretly want you back and how to respond appropriately.

5 Tenets Of A Negative Self-Help

5 Tenets Of A Negative Self-Help

The post that changed my life.

Does My Ex Miss Me? (Hint: Yes, But It’s Not Like It Matters)

Does My Ex Miss Me? (Hint: Yes, But It’s Not Like It Matters)

If you're wondering "does my ex miss me?" the answer is yes. But does them missing you make it any easier to get them back? Not really.

Do You Need Therapy After A Breakup And How Does It Work?

Do You Need Therapy After A Breakup And How Does It Work?

4 Reasons Why Going Back To Your Ex Is A Terrible Idea

4 Reasons Why Going Back To Your Ex Is A Terrible Idea

I know you want to go back to your ex. Well, you probably shouldn't. And here are 4 solid reasons why.

Change Your Mind About Getting Your Ex Back

Change Your Mind About Getting Your Ex Back

For those of you who are stressing about getting your ex back, a few simple words of wisdom to shift your perspective.

8 Types of Breakups (And How To Navigate Each One)

8 Types of Breakups (And How To Navigate Each One)

Angry breakup, cheating breakup, sudden breakup, and more. Discover 8 most common types of breakups and learn to navigate each one.

Could No Contact Push Your Ex Away?

Could No Contact Push Your Ex Away?

How To Get Your Ex Back And Actually Keep Them

How To Get Your Ex Back And Actually Keep Them

It's not about acting attractive that gets your ex back; it's about actually becoming attractive that gets them back.

How To Get Over Your Ex And Move On With Your Life

How To Get Over Your Ex And Move On With Your Life

Getting over your ex has a lot more to do with overcoming the looming existential crisis that comes post-breakup than anything else.

30 Absolute Best Books To Read After A Breakup

30 Absolute Best Books To Read After A Breakup

Discover 25 brilliant books to read after a breakup that will speed up your recovery and help you become a better person.

A Practical Guide To Modern Dating After A Breakup

A Practical Guide To Modern Dating After A Breakup

A complete guide to dating after a breakup — whether you want to date casually or find true and lasting love.

How Often Do Exes Get Back Together (Exact Survey Results)

How Often Do Exes Get Back Together (Exact Survey Results)

Decomplicating Ex-Back Advice

Decomplicating Ex-Back Advice

Learn how getting an ex back is often purposefully drenched in artificial complexity and 7 powerful ways to decomplicate the whole thing.

Don’t Fear The Rebound Relationship

Don’t Fear The Rebound Relationship

A rebound relationship is not always a bad thing. Sometimes, it's a great thing — in the short and long term, no matter how it unravels.

18 Biggest Ex-Back Lessons I’ve Learned in Five Years

18 Biggest Ex-Back Lessons I’ve Learned in Five Years

Here are 18 of the biggest lessons I've learned from helping people (and myself one time) get their ex back for over five years now.