It doesn’t matter whether you broke up with your ex or why your love ended—if you meet your ex-partner for the first time after the relationship ended, it can quickly become an uncomfortable situation. We have the ultimate tips for the first reunion with your ex.
The relationship is over, the love has faded, and the end has been overcome. Nevertheless, the first reunion with your ex-partner can be unpleasant. Be it that you unexpectedly run into him in the supermarket or at a party with mutual friends. “How should I greet him? What should I talk to him about? What if his new girlfriend is there?”
No matter what situation you meet your ex-partner in, stay cool and radiate composure! We’ll show you how to master the first meeting with your ex.
Do not ignore
In the lucky case that your ex hasn’t seen you yet, you can of course quickly get out of there and avoid seeing him again. But if a meeting is unavoidable, you should not act like a diva and ignore him. After all, you were once very close—a “hello” should be included.
greeting
You are standing in front of your ex, perhaps still completely perplexed by this chance encounter, and don’t know how to greet him. Shaking hands would be silly. Either you give him a quick hug or you forego physical contact and just say “Hello”.
Be kind
Of course, you can leave after a quick “Hi,” but if you do end up having a short conversation, you should remain friendly. After all, you are no longer in kindergarten and should be able to have a short chat without hostility even after a breakup. If you are bitchy, on the other hand, you are only showing weakness and that you still pine after him.
Self-consciousness
Sunday morning: You’re wearing sweatpants, no makeup at all, and still hungover from the party the night before, and you suddenly run into your ex at the bakery! Panic! Stop: Just stay cool and confident, as if you were standing in front of him with your perfect makeup on.
Topic of conversation
If you meet your ex, you should avoid engaging in small talk and making the conversation uncomfortable. Short questions like “How are you? How’s work going?” should be enough. Under no circumstances should you make your relationship the topic of conversation, blame him, or reminisce.
Don’t brag
The first reunion with your ex is the opportunity to finally rub it in his face—how happy you are without him and how much better your new boyfriend is. Not! Don’t deceive him and don’t brag about having such a great life that in reality may not be so great.
Stay cool
If your ex has a new partner, try to handle the situation in a relaxed and open manner. Be friendly, smile, and introduce yourself to her. This will make the moment less awkward and create a pleasant atmosphere.
