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Navigating breakups is one hell of a job nobody signed up for. And when you almost start moving on with your life, slowly regaining the joy and confidence of being a singleton, ready to smash those Tinder dates, a message pops up… “Hey, can we talk?”
And no matter how many times your friends have told you it’s a bad, very bad idea to engage in ex-texting, the temptation to respond is still there. And sometimes, it’s you who makes that first ‘long time no see’ text to your ex. In both cases, the results of texting your ex have been very well documented in a self-described “unspirational” Instagram account titled “Texts From Your Ex.”
From savage shut-downs to hilarious revelations, and anything in between, you can see why the account is followed by a whopping 2.4M followers. So scroll through the ex craziness, be sure to share your experiences in the comments and after you're done, part 1 awaits right here.
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#1
This Is The Correct Answer
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#2
We All Communicate Differently I Guess
Mihai Mara 4 years ago
Something tells me the "f**cking everybody" part was also happening before the break up.
Eppe 4 years ago (edited)
Hey, hey, no sl*t shaming. There are ethical sluts you know. There's even a guide book with that very title. Although 'f*cking to fill a void' may not be that ethical towards 'everybody' he's been f*cking... Alright, shame away.
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Serial pacifist 4 years ago
The void seems to be filled, expanded, and deepened on a regular basis.
#3
Not The Response He Was Looking For Clearly
To find out more about navigating the complicated world of texting with an ex, Bored Panda reached out to James Preece, a leading dating coach for Dating Agency Reviews and relationship expert. Over ten years' experience working in the dating and relationship industry, James has helped thousands of singles through personal coaching and events.
“Texting your ex is rarely a great idea unless it's a special time like a birthday,” James said and added that in that case, “that's perfectly OK as you won't be the only one reaching out to them that day.”
#4
Perfect Way To Start The New Year
Dilly Millandry 4 years ago
Fairly reasonable on new years day. They been to a party perhaps.
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#5
No
Dark Pearl 4 years ago
Must remember this for... if anyone I don't like gets my number from a friend and texts me
#6
Enough Said
However, if it's not a general goodwill greeting, then James advises you to think carefully before you send it. “Do you really want to open an old wound? You might have decided that you want to be friends, but that can often lead to misunderstandings. How is a new partner going to feel when they discover that you want to spend time talking (in person or by text) with someone you loved in your past?”James explained that it's usually better to move on and focus on finding someone who makes you happier.
#7
The Feelings Are Not Mutual My Good Bro
Luka Verheijen 4 years ago
To be fair, people in my fantasies are imaginary and I have no idea who tgey are
Randy van Veen 4 years ago
Oh God... I got something similar from an ex once. When he responded who he was (I genuinely deleted and forgot his number), he mentioned that he texted "the wrong number"... Sure bruh...
Nightshade1972 3 years ago
I was a grocery cashier in my 20s, when most of my coworkers were teenagers. One night, at home, I got a call from a number I didn't recognize, and the person on the phone was a young man. I didn't recognize either his voice, or his name, so I asked him how he got my number. "Oh, Grocery Coworker gave it to me!" He freely admitted that he lied to Coworker about "losing" my number, so Coworker took pity on him and gave it to him. I hung up immediately, and the next time I saw Coworker, I told him what had happened. At least Coworker was gracious enough to be contrite and apologetic. I doubt he'll give out someone else's number, without getting their permission first, again.
#8
Ice F***in’ Cold
#9
Thank U, Next
Monique Saldana 4 years ago
HONESTLY. THIS DUDE ASKED ME FOR NUDES NOT EVEN 24 HOURS AFTER HIS GIRL BROKE UP WIT HIM
Having said that, the dating coach added that it's quite common for an ex to reach out to you a while after your breakup. “While this is clear evidence that you are on their mind, it's wise not to jump to the conclusion that they are trying to get back with you. While that is a possible reason, it could just be that they miss you and are wondering how you are. Perhaps they wanted to clear the air or something reminded them of you. Quite often it's just because they are bored and have nobody else exciting to talk to.” James added that you deserve much more than that.
#10
Dude It’s The Middle Of The Day, Relax
#11
When Your Ex Forgets That You Don’t Talk To Each Other Anymore
Serial pacifist 4 years ago
Hey, you are a baby, too. Someone needs to change your diaper, 'cause you're full of sh*t.
SuperChicken 4 years ago
Sadly, they're going to keep trying because they realized what they've lost.
Load More Replies... Debbie Burton 4 years ago
My ex found out I was seeing someone so has been sending these sort of texts hahahaha
#12
When You Block Them Everywhere And They Try To Slide In On Linkedin
On the other hand, “if you are both still single and didn't break up under bad terms such as infidelity, there's a chance that it might resolve some issues. The very fact you are back in communication is a positive step.”
“However, it requires a lot more work from both sides,” James assured and added that if you both want to move forward, a phone conversation followed by a real life meeting is essential. “That's the only way that you can really see and hear what they are thinking. It's easy to hide behind a text,” the dating coach concluded.
#13
Who Else Out There Has A “Holiday Text Ex” ????
#14
Gentlemen, Do Not Put Your Exes On A Group Chat
Happi doggi 4 years ago
He’s douchbag in the person’s contact list, this was predicted.
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Martin Kaine 4 years ago
Thank you for keeping us abreast of the situation.
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Lunar Bicycle 4 years ago
It’s okay to think a lot of things that you just never say out loud.
A B C 4 years ago
Not endorsing saying such idiocy out loud, buuuut: the advantage of saying stuff is that it's gone with the wind after you said it, only to be remembered. If you write idiotic s**t like this, it will be posted to the internet and live there forever.
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#15
Hahah Hahahah
#16
If At First You Don’t Succeed
#17
Many Accidents Over And Over Again Obviously
Mazer 4 years ago
Trick is to NOT RESPOND. No matter what. It’s tempting but don’t do it. Even a no, go away for good can be misinterpreted by someone as an open door…BECAUSE YOU RESPONDED
Demi Zwaan 4 years ago
If people don't want their exes to call or text them, why don't they block their number? Apparently you still want to see their desperate pleas for attention only to tell them no.
#18
Sometimes You Just Gotta Get It Off Your Chest I Guess
Ryan Deschanel 4 years ago (edited)
Self-consciousness is attractive, but being a "bad boy" any time does not work.
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Persp Gold 3 years ago (edited)
what's with this ouch attempt at making the other person give a s**t. I'm starting to read this response as "I'm still a manipulative moron"
Your Bestie Dawn 3 years ago
If someone’s tryna text ma at 2 am they’re dead to me. Mama needs her beauty rest ;)
#19
You Had One Job
#20
You Are Now Officially On The Naughty List
Oikawa's Milk Bread 4 years ago
And that's why I hate straight men 😒 I DID NOT mean to offend anyone, if you're a straight man AND respectful then I ♡ you.
#21
Lol
#22
Again, Gents, Try A Bit Harder With Those Hellos
Mihai Mara 4 years ago
"Little did she know her husband mysteriously disappeared on his business trip in the Caribbeans. She was yet to receive the bad news from the police. See how things unfolded in the next episode of "Things that did not happen", tonight at 20:00. "
Deutschland Mädchen 4 years ago
Followed by a re-run of "Ruined Romances" and a quick reminder to lock your doors at night.
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#23
Pick A Lane
Brian Michael 3 years ago
All in almost a Year apart it shows the bipolar behind this ones message
#24
Alexa Show Me The Cringiest Text Of The Year
Wistiti 4 years ago
It's cringy but kinda cute in a desperate way. Hard to be angry at. You want to put it in the bin but you don't want to touch it.
Luka Verheijen 4 years ago
Reminds me of my own ex: "I know I messed up, and *lots of bullshit*
#25
Happy Mother’s Day Y’all
Terry Tobias 4 years ago
I agree with you Scagsy. I didn't think that this was funny... it was actually kind of creepy...children he "dumped into her"?
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Raven DeathShade 4 years ago
Let's just be perfectly clear here, dude, sperm ain't babies. They don't count as kids unless they're united with an egg.
Dark Side of the Loom 4 years ago
Cringy on so many levels, sperm isn't indeed "children that didn't come to be," plus since when do you wish a happy *mother"s day* to kids???
Vuun 4 years ago
Why do people so often assume that anything a male says to a female is meant to be "a line". This was mildly funny and I seriously doubt that it was meant to work in any other way.
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#26
And Back To Our Regularly Scheduled Programming
Joy 4 years ago
Totally. And if even a sarc, don't 'thank' the wastrel. Couldn't even be bothered to a ! after the Yo. Yo your mama!
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Oh. Well Then
Marlowe Fitzpatrik 4 years ago
Honestly, some cat-litter smells terrible even when completely unused.
Load More Replies... Vasana Phong 4 years ago
Ok, I’m sorry, you can the hottest guy out there, but no comprehension of hygiene, like bad breath, no shower, (no , axe spray isn’t a shower ) but no thanks
PlatinumTheCat 2 years ago
Good for you that you broke up with them, cats are better than them anyway
#28
Some Exes Communicate Only Through Song Titles
Esther (she/her) 4 years ago
AHA! I KNEW IT! NO ONE WOULD WASTE SUCH A RICKROLLING OPPORTUNITY! (from what people r saying its a rick roll)
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AndThenICommented 4 years ago
Omg this was my ex husband - but with way lame song tastes…what man sends If I Were a Boy??!
Marlowe Fitzpatrik 4 years ago
What anygender would send that song?! It's ...awful.
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RoseTheMad 4 years ago
The best response to this would have to be Halestorm's "You Call Me A Bitch Like It's A Bad Thing"
#29
The End Of An Era… Probably
Tristan J 4 years ago
I don't know if it's just me, I think it's good if people relain friends with their exes. Just because they didn't last as a couple doesn't mean they can't be part of each other's lives.
A B C 4 years ago
Oh, you're out to troll again? Didn't learn last time, or do you actually like negative numbers?
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#30
B***h Get Your Own Account
#31
And Here We Are
Blake Ingram 4 years ago
In different circumstances, this might work…for those still in the relationship.
Philip Barrett 3 years ago
My wife litterally did this to me and when i asked what time the show was she went to sleep.
#32
Fellas If You’re Lucky Enough To Get This Nice A Rejection Just Take The L And Move On
Shane S 4 years ago
Omg people, learn to take rejection. Not everyone will be into you. This was like the nicest rejection ever and you could have saved so much face by being nice as well. Instead you scorched the earth.
Aria Whitaker 4 years ago
Right! Especially when he started the entire conversation with "Ill stop asking if you want me to"...like, what happened to that? Why the hostility and rudeness?
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LongCoolWomanInABlackDress 3 years ago
is no one considering that this is a GIRL on the left and a GUY on the right?
#33
Might’ve Worked Better Without The First Line
Mallory m. Brewer 4 years ago
I’m guessing they might have been drunk, since it was sent at 2:19 in the morning.
#34
Not Great IMHO
#35
Savage
#36
Time To Block This Number
Sylvanticx 4 years ago
unrelated but what does the flag in your prof pic mean?
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Persp Gold 3 years ago
imagine being at the optometrist, finding out you need glasses, and thinking "oh i should use this to insult this person from my past. " pathetic
#37
Seems To Be Going Well
Dilly Millandry 4 years ago
That is less acknowledgement and more just another attempt in disguise, a tactic. Avoid as they seem manipulative.
Load More Replies... Ryan Deschanel 4 years ago
Trouble is, if half the conversation is missing, it does not make sense anymore.
#38
Hot Tip: Don’t Use Your Exes To Fundraise
Aleksandra 4 years ago
What's so wrong with this? Maybe he's actually concerned about working with her dad? And wants to be friends as years have passed?
Amanda Trent 4 years ago
Better than "have you heard the good news?! I'd like to talk to you about our lord and savior Jesus Christ and the latter day saints" lol. No offense to anyone.
#39
Lol
#40
Still Living Rent Free In Your Head I See
#41
Know Thyself
#45
Nice
#46
Bruh She Already Deleted Your Number
#47
Breakup Tax?
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Pearl 4 years ago
But why don't these people just block 'em right after the breakup? Honest Question...
Ryan Deschanel 4 years ago
Breaking up with someone does not necessarily mean that you don't ever want to talk to that person again. There is a gape between "I think I don't love you anymore" and "f**k off you crazy bitch I don't ever want to see you again or I'll call the police"
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Jennifer Norton 4 years ago
I don't know why anyone responds to their ex's texts. Just block them and move on...... nothing good every comes from speaking to the ex!
Aria Whitaker 4 years ago (edited)
I agree to a point. I would not say nothing good "ever" comes from it. Sometimes it depends totally on your situation. I would not be happily married and have my daughter if that were the case. My husband and I were together for a year in college, we kept in touch periodically...then we reunited about 7 years later at an event we both attended. We started talking again, which turned into hanging out again, which turned into being back together. Our 8 year wedding anniversary will be October 29th. So, while your advice can be good, sometimes if you let them go...they come back, and they come back better. Not all breakups are hostile and not all ex's bad news.
Load More Replies... Shona 4 years ago
Ok so this is an honest question, Why do all of these messages seem to be from Men...?
BlackPearltheSeaWing/NightWing 4 years ago
They can't all be from men. Women can be just as toxic after breaking up and do stupid crap like this.
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Lovin' Life 4 years ago
My ex stalked me and ran me off the road with my kids in the car. Some relationships are just toxic. Some just dont want to accept the break up. And some are just f***ing crazy!
littlesaresare 4 years ago (edited)
Attempting to murder you and your children is a little bit more serious than some creepy texts... I really hope you got the police involved.
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Ellen Ranks 4 years ago
Makes me think of my ex. He started hiding in my garden at night sometimes after we broke up to spy on me. Not so long go he got caught again, this time by my current beau. Sent me a text a few days later suggesting we "have some fun together".
Dilly Millandry 4 years ago
Hiding in your garden at night are nice words for stalking. The police should be brought into situations like that.
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Shishal Asaurus 4 years ago
I really feel like a lot of these r my ex chandler.....always on some b.s lol
Pearl 4 years ago
But why don't these people just block 'em right after the breakup? Honest Question...
Ryan Deschanel 4 years ago
Breaking up with someone does not necessarily mean that you don't ever want to talk to that person again. There is a gape between "I think I don't love you anymore" and "f**k off you crazy bitch I don't ever want to see you again or I'll call the police"
Load More Replies... Jennifer Norton 4 years ago
I don't know why anyone responds to their ex's texts. Just block them and move on...... nothing good every comes from speaking to the ex!
Aria Whitaker 4 years ago (edited)
I agree to a point. I would not say nothing good "ever" comes from it. Sometimes it depends totally on your situation. I would not be happily married and have my daughter if that were the case. My husband and I were together for a year in college, we kept in touch periodically...then we reunited about 7 years later at an event we both attended. We started talking again, which turned into hanging out again, which turned into being back together. Our 8 year wedding anniversary will be October 29th. So, while your advice can be good, sometimes if you let them go...they come back, and they come back better. Not all breakups are hostile and not all ex's bad news.
Load More Replies... Shona 4 years ago
Ok so this is an honest question, Why do all of these messages seem to be from Men...?
BlackPearltheSeaWing/NightWing 4 years ago
They can't all be from men. Women can be just as toxic after breaking up and do stupid crap like this.
Load More Replies... Lovin' Life 4 years ago
My ex stalked me and ran me off the road with my kids in the car. Some relationships are just toxic. Some just dont want to accept the break up. And some are just f***ing crazy!
littlesaresare 4 years ago (edited)
Attempting to murder you and your children is a little bit more serious than some creepy texts... I really hope you got the police involved.
Load More Replies... Ellen Ranks 4 years ago
Makes me think of my ex. He started hiding in my garden at night sometimes after we broke up to spy on me. Not so long go he got caught again, this time by my current beau. Sent me a text a few days later suggesting we "have some fun together".
Dilly Millandry 4 years ago
Hiding in your garden at night are nice words for stalking. The police should be brought into situations like that.
Load More Replies... Shishal Asaurus 4 years ago
I really feel like a lot of these r my ex chandler.....always on some b.s lol
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