Don't assume that your ex was the greatest person you could ever date, because there are plenty of signs you deserve someone better than him. Even if you felt like your relationship with him was perfect, you have to remember that it ended for a reason. If you were meant to be together, then you would have ended up together. That's why you should heed the signs you deserve someone better than your ex:
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1. You Weren't Yourself
If you had to change your personality or dye your hair to make him happy, then he's not the right one for you. Your partner should like you for who you are, flaws and all. One of the signs you deserve someone better than your ex is that your ex never appreciated the real you. If you're going to spend your life with someone, you can't pretend to be someone you're not.
It’s all about how you feel in the relationship. If you were unhappy, disrespected, or not being yourself, you definitely deserve better.
It's usually because they see how your ex treated you and believe you deserve more love and respect. Sometimes, it's just a way of offering comfort too.
It could mean your ex realizes they weren’t treating you right or feel guilty about something. It might also mean they’re trying to break up gently.
Absolutely! When you're open to new experiences and learning from past relationships, you're more likely to meet someone who truly appreciates you.
Focus on the present and what makes your current partner unique. Comparisons can be unfair, so remind yourself why you’ve moved on from your ex in the first place.
2. You Felt Embarrassed
Were you excited to show off your ex to your friends or were you embarrassed by the way he behaved in public? You don't want to be with someone that you're afraid of going out with. You need to find someone who you'll be proud to show off.
It’s all about how you feel in the relationship. If you were unhappy, disrespected, or not being yourself, you definitely deserve better.
It's usually because they see how your ex treated you and believe you deserve more love and respect. Sometimes, it's just a way of offering comfort too.
It could mean your ex realizes they weren’t treating you right or feel guilty about something. It might also mean they’re trying to break up gently.
Absolutely! When you're open to new experiences and learning from past relationships, you're more likely to meet someone who truly appreciates you.
Focus on the present and what makes your current partner unique. Comparisons can be unfair, so remind yourself why you’ve moved on from your ex in the first place.
3. Everything He Did Annoyed You
No matter how much you love someone, they'll do things that annoy you. However, if it seems like every single move he makes bothers you, then you deserve better. You can't be with someone that you wish would change. If you can't stand being in the same room with him, then he definitely isn't the one for you.
It’s all about how you feel in the relationship. If you were unhappy, disrespected, or not being yourself, you definitely deserve better.
It's usually because they see how your ex treated you and believe you deserve more love and respect. Sometimes, it's just a way of offering comfort too.
It could mean your ex realizes they weren’t treating you right or feel guilty about something. It might also mean they’re trying to break up gently.
Absolutely! When you're open to new experiences and learning from past relationships, you're more likely to meet someone who truly appreciates you.
Focus on the present and what makes your current partner unique. Comparisons can be unfair, so remind yourself why you’ve moved on from your ex in the first place.
4. You Couldn't Trust Him
You need to believe that your partner would never cheat on you. If you don't trust him, then your relationship is never going to work. You need to find someone that can assure you that he will never intentionally hurt you. Trust is a huge deal, so your partner has to be honest.
It’s all about how you feel in the relationship. If you were unhappy, disrespected, or not being yourself, you definitely deserve better.
It's usually because they see how your ex treated you and believe you deserve more love and respect. Sometimes, it's just a way of offering comfort too.
It could mean your ex realizes they weren’t treating you right or feel guilty about something. It might also mean they’re trying to break up gently.
Absolutely! When you're open to new experiences and learning from past relationships, you're more likely to meet someone who truly appreciates you.
Focus on the present and what makes your current partner unique. Comparisons can be unfair, so remind yourself why you’ve moved on from your ex in the first place.
If you're looking to engage your partner in intriguing conversations, why not try some hypothetical questions for couples? These fun queries will not only keep the conversation lively but also stimulate deep thoughts and potentially reveal insights about each other's personality and thought processes.
5. You Never Spoke
When you find the right person, you'll be able to have silly conversations and you'll be able to have super serious conversations. If you struggled with one or the other, then something is wrong. You should feel comfortable enough with each other to express your emotions, otherwise the relationship is unhealthy.
It’s all about how you feel in the relationship. If you were unhappy, disrespected, or not being yourself, you definitely deserve better.
It's usually because they see how your ex treated you and believe you deserve more love and respect. Sometimes, it's just a way of offering comfort too.
It could mean your ex realizes they weren’t treating you right or feel guilty about something. It might also mean they’re trying to break up gently.
Absolutely! When you're open to new experiences and learning from past relationships, you're more likely to meet someone who truly appreciates you.
Focus on the present and what makes your current partner unique. Comparisons can be unfair, so remind yourself why you’ve moved on from your ex in the first place.
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6. You Weren't Happy
You can't stay in a relationship that makes you unhappy. You should be excited to see your partner and thrilled to shower them with hugs and kisses. If your heart didn't flutter whenever you saw them, then you deserve to find someone that elicits that feeling.
It’s all about how you feel in the relationship. If you were unhappy, disrespected, or not being yourself, you definitely deserve better.
It's usually because they see how your ex treated you and believe you deserve more love and respect. Sometimes, it's just a way of offering comfort too.
It could mean your ex realizes they weren’t treating you right or feel guilty about something. It might also mean they’re trying to break up gently.
Absolutely! When you're open to new experiences and learning from past relationships, you're more likely to meet someone who truly appreciates you.
Focus on the present and what makes your current partner unique. Comparisons can be unfair, so remind yourself why you’ve moved on from your ex in the first place.
7. He Didn't Want to Be with You
If he broke up with you, that means that he didn't realize just how amazing you are. The right guy for you will fight to be with you, no matter what. You deserve to be with someone who loves every little thing about you. Don't ever settle for someone that thinks he can do better, because he should consider you the very best.
As happy as you were with your ex, you can be happier with someone else. Right now, it might seem like that's impossible, but if you put yourself out there, you'll realize just how many amazing people are available to date. Are you having trouble getting over your ex?
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Comments
Sylmar: Thanks for this. I really needed it! I have been asking myself why it fell apart. What I could have done to make him stay. It doesn't matter why it fell apart. I deserve more
L1Ch3Lle: Right on d dot!
QueenB: My man was cheating on me !
Elsy: I'm 3 Months pregnant and my ex just broke up with me not because of the pregnancy but because he just didn't want to be with me anymore it's kind of hard to forget about in ex being in my situation now I'm alone in this pregnancy
Isabella: This article title is exactly what my friend Sam said when he thought he was going out with me - I was only 15 and I didn't recuperate his feelings.. The next guy who came along was definitely my man =)
Vicky: This is so true and now I've found someone 100% better
Beryl: Dump him if he never seems to have money on him or splits a meal bill exactly in half every time ! Mysteriously your bank balance dwindles rather quickly ?
yuka: This article is very helpful for me to make sure that I need to overcome that relationship! Thank you so much!!
QueenB: #wtf#y#me
Ankit: #true nothing seems to help me! but thanks for the post! :(
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