“Don't talk to your ex”

Item: Don't talk to your ex
Rating: 0
Author: u/Plane_Arachnid9178

What Actually Happened

My ex started breadcrumbing me after I moved on, leading me to believe she was still interested in dating.

What I wish I knew

"She was just keeping me in a holding pattern until she found someone else."

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Don't reach out after a breakup and set a clear boundary if they try to contact you."

Regret Index

10/10

High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.

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Relationships Category

3,331

Relationships decisions logged. Avg regret 7.2/10 across the category.

Same Outcome Band

69%

of Relationships decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.