What Is My Ex Thinking During No Contact? (2024)

Be sure to watch my very important video above all the way through and then read the article below, “What is my ex thinking during no contact,” to the end.

A lot of people want to know what their ex is thinking during the no contact period (a period of time where the person who has been broken up with does not contact the ex in any way whatsoever).For more information, read The No Contact Rule.

In wondering about the mind of their ex during no contact, they will ask if no contact makes their ex miss them or want to get back together, if the no contact rule works on men, women, etc.

If you want to know what is he thinking during no contact (or she), this article will explain the concept for both the male and female mind during no contact.

Let’s get started:

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Many people who call me for coaching to get their ex back feel that when their ex broke up with them that a switch was flicked in their ex’s mind so that now their ex is cold and no longer feels anything for them.

Unless your ex is truly dealing with mental problems or genuine/clinical character flaws, that is not the case.

It is most likely that your ex still cares about you and thinks about you during no contact.

That does not mean you should reach out to them.

Let me repeat that.

Just because you know what your ex is thinking during no contact does not mean that you should reach out to him or her.

You should not.

If you’ve just been broken up with, read “What Do I Do If I Was Just Dumped?” for a detailed explanation of why this is the case and why it should encourage you.

Just because they’re thinking about you or even if your ex is missing you during no contact, that doesn’t mean you should text, call, or go see them.

In fact, the opposite is true if you want to get them back.

I discuss that in the articles linked to above but that’s not what this article is about.

How The Dumper Feels During No Contact

Yes, your ex probably doesn’t have bad thoughts about you unless you two broke up due to shared anger at each other.

But even then, if you are giving your ex space and not pestering them with texts and calls, they are likely using your greatest ally – their mind – to separate the anger at the end from the rest of your relationship.

That’s right, your ex’s mind is your greatest ally in your fight to get them back.

Or at least it can be.

Your ex probably doesn’t feel the effects of no contact at the same trajectory you do.

Usually the person who has been broken up with feels the pain of no contact immediately and then begins to develop strength over time.

The person who did the dumping (a.k.a. the dumper) usually feels strength (and often relief) at the very first, but with the days and weeks of no contact your ex likely begins to develop feelings of doubt in their decision, missing you, fear that you have moved on, and confusion that you have not chased, begged, and pleaded as most others do after being dumped.

You want them thinking along those lines!

What Is My Ex Thinking During No Contact? (1)These thoughts and feelings build and compound.

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Your ex begins to wonder what you’re doing, who you’re doing it with, and if you are thinking about them.

Sound familiar?

Like slowly stepping on a gas peddle of a car, the engine, in this case, is their mind, and it begins to move faster and heat up as the days pass.

They remember things you did together, the way you smell (your perfume/cologne), and great times you shared together.

But just because they are feeling those things and even struggling, doesn’t mean the intensity is enough for them to want to reach out to you and get back together just yet or else they would have.

What If You Break No Contact?

I hope that you are encouraged, as most people are, to learn what your ex is thinking during no contact and that your ex is most likely having feelings of separation anxiety, doubting their decision to break up with you, and that by not contacting them that you have likely been able to get your ex to miss you.

When a client asks me, “Is my ex thinking about me?” or “Does he miss me during no contact?”

I am happy to tell them that he/she likely does if they have done the right thing which is to give them time, silence, and space to miss them.

But many people do the wrong thing upon learning that no contact can make their ex miss them.

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They (the person who has been dumped) think that reaching out to their ex while they are feeling those things will result in reconciliation, so they break no contact with a text or a call.

Unfortunately, this actually does flick a switch in the mind of your ex, but not the one you want.

Hear me on this:

It usually resets nearly everything that not contacting your ex had accomplished.

Your ex no longer wonders what you’re doing anymore because now they think that you have just been sadly waiting around, hoping they’ll text or call you.

By you reaching out, you showed the signs of missing them and now they no longer see you strong because even though you waited a little while, you still reached out to them.

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You still chased instead of having the confidence to let them come to you.

What you have done is tell your ex that they don’t have to worry, they don’t have to make a move toward you because you are just waiting on them.

They now feel that they have all the time in the world to make a decision and date around without the risk of losing you forever.

That’s the opposite of what you want your ex to think and feel!

If you stay strong with no contact, the odds are in your favor that your ex will reach out in time.

It might take 45 days.

It might take 90 days of no contact.

It might even take a a year or even a couple of years in very extreme cases.

I’m just being honest with you.

But I can tell you that allowing your ex to come to you will usually work much better to get them to come back and will give greater odds to a long term relationship working than if you contact them.

There is always time.

Unless your ex gets married or, God forbid, passes away, there is always the possibility of the two of you getting back together – as long as you don’t become a needy, crazed stalker who they want nothing to do with.

Show some class, some maturity, and some patience by allowing time to work on your ex’s mind during no contact (or a no contact period).

What If My Ex Starts Dating Someone Else During No Contact?

Strong relationships and even friendships aren’t low-hanging fruit.

They’re not easy to find.

Even if your ex does start dating someone else, the odds of that relationship lasting are slim, especially if you were a good lover/girlfriend/boyfriend.

Your ex will compare that person to you.

They will be under your shadow.

This will prevent your ex from getting close to that person and will often send your ex running back to you if you haven’t been chasing.

This should encourage you:

Even without the comparison, your ex likely won’t be ready to open their heart up and love someone else anytime soon (even if they try to and appear to be).

It’s true what they say, rebound relationships usually don’t work.

And when your ex breaks up with this person, the odds are that this person will do the wrong things.

This person will beg, plead, text, call, show up like a stalker, and all of the things that I coach you not to do.

Your ex will again compare you to this other person – even in the breakup – and you will have the advantage (you’re welcome).

So relax, know that time is on your side, and let it work on your ex.

Time away can actually make the two of you and your relationship stronger on the other side.

You ask, “Does my ex think about me?”

“Does he miss me during no contact?”

I also hear, “What goes on in the male mind during no contact?”

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I hear the question both ways.

Just know that this breakup is not easy for your ex either, even if it seems that way right now.

Trust no contact to make your ex miss you and think about you.

It’s slowly working its magic on them day by day.

Trust it.

Trust in the process and live your life in the meantime.

To give yourself the best chance possible to get your ex back, you need powerful strategy and the benefit of my experience gained by two decades and thousands of cases of professional observations.

Don’t mess around or take advice from amateurswith something this important to you.

And don’t waste anymore time. Get my Emergency Breakup Kit today!

Coach Lee
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What Is My Ex Thinking During No Contact? (2024)

FAQs

What does your ex think when you go no contact? ›

Your ex is intrigued about how you've changed. As I've said, by going No Contact, you're showing your ex that you're not who they thought you were. They're going to be impressed by your ability to move forward and not dwell on the relationship. They'll wish that they could do the same.

What is he thinking during no contact? ›

He could be struggling with a fear of commitment.

It's a difficult decision he doesn't have much time to make if he wants to get back with you. His competitive thoughts might be something like “What if I never see her again?” versus “I don't want to lose my freedom or emotional independence.”

What is the dumper thinking during no contact? ›

While initiating the breakup provides a sense of control, the no contact rule may bring forth a fear of losing that control. The dumper may grapple with the unpredictability of the dumpee's actions or emotions during this period, challenging their perception of control over the situation.

What is she thinking during no contact? ›

During this time, she'll have a deep sense of confusion as she tries to decide whether breaking up was right. She'll also reminisce about the good times in the relationship, and she's likely to miss you when she is reminded of the time you spent together.

How do you know if your ex is thinking of you? ›

If your ex is contacting you frequently or engaging with your social media often, this can be a good indicator that they are still thinking of you.

How to stay strong during no contact? ›

Here are a few tips to help you to maintain your distance.
  1. Write a letter to yourself. ...
  2. Give yourself room to grieve. ...
  3. Make a list of every terrible thing your partner ever did. ...
  4. Start a self-care list. ...
  5. Have a breakup buddy. ...
  6. Work on yourself. ...
  7. Start a new hobby. ...
  8. Give yourself some structure.
Sep 25, 2022

Do men forget about you during no contact? ›

So out of sight, out of mind is it's very helpful to know that when you're in no contact, you're leaving your ex alone. You're allowing them to sit with the decision. You're allowing them to start to wonder if it's the right idea. They're not going to forget about you.

How long does it take a guy to realize he wants you back? ›

On average, it takes men about 8 weeks to miss their ex after a breakup. This can vary depending on the length and intensity of the relationship. You can tell he misses you if he texts or calls frequently, talks to other people about you, and invites you out to do things with him.

How to know if no contact is working? ›

Here are 5 signs that your no contact rule is going according to plan.
  • You Start to Invest in Yourself. ...
  • Your Ex Indicates They Are Willing to Recommit. ...
  • They Are More Receptive When You Do Make Contact. ...
  • You Feel Open to Connecting With Others. ...
  • Your Ex Keeps Reaching Out to You.

What does the dumper feel after 2 weeks? ›

Many people have been right where you are, feeling lost, confused, and heartbroken. Two weeks into no contact can be a rollercoaster of emotions for the dumper, especially if they still had feelings for the person they broke up with.

How do you respond when dumper reaches out? ›

How to Respond when an Ex Reaches Out
  1. 1 Pause before you respond.
  2. 2 Figure out how you feel.
  3. 3 Be casual and polite to keep things friendly.
  4. 4 Ask them why they reached out if you're confused.
  5. 5 Hear them out if they want closure.
  6. 6 Try not to lead them on if you're not interested.

Will my ex be thinking about me during no contact? ›

Unless your ex is truly dealing with mental problems or genuine/clinical character flaws, that is not the case. It is most likely that your ex still cares about you and thinks about you during no contact.

How long does no contact take to work on a woman? ›

1 For an amicable breakup: around 30 days. 2 For a long-term relationship: at least 60 days. 3 If things got ugly at the end: roughly 90 days. 4 For an especially toxic separation: indefinitely.

How do you know she will come back after no contact? ›

Signs Your Ex Will Eventually Come Back
  • 1 They leave your number unblocked.
  • 2 They're sad weeks after the breakup.
  • 3 They're active on your social media.
  • 4 They haven't returned your things.
  • 5 They keep in touch with your friends and family.
  • 6 They initiate contact regularly.
  • 7 They reminisce about the past.

Does no contact bother your ex? ›

Denying that the relationship wasn't working isn't going to do you any favors, but once you start to live without that person's presence in your life, moving on becomes much easier. The No Contact Rule can effectively kill any chance of reconciliation for both you and your ex.

Does no contact really make your ex miss you? ›

The results were strikingly clear. 62% of exes will not reach out to you during the no-contact period. I find this intriguing because the common assumption about the no-contact rule is that your ex is more likely to miss you if you adhere to it. However, our statistics refute this assumption.

Will my ex come back if I do no contact? ›

No contact can sometimes make an ex-girlfriend miss you or reconsider the breakup. However, it's not a guaranteed method, and the outcome depends on the individuals involved.

Does no contact push your ex away? ›

Here's the deal: While implementing the no contact rule would have pushed your ex away while the two of you were together, it very, very often has the opposite effect after a breakup.

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