Five Games Exes Play When They Want You Back

Coach Lee shares five games that exes might play when they want you back. He also emphasizes the importance of the no-contact rule and how to respond to these games.

Important Points

• No Contact Rule: Essential to follow after a breakup.
• Multiple Signs: If your ex shows several signs, there's a good chance they want you back.

Game 1: Pitching Friendship

• Timing: A few weeks after the breakup.
• Reason: Ex feels distant but isn't sure about getting back together.
• Strategy: Ex wants to keep you close without committing.
• How to Respond: Don't act like a friend; still be flirty and confident without feeding their ego.

Game 2: Showing Anger or Upset Over No Contact

• Reason: Ex is upset you haven't contacted them, which they didn't expect.
• Response: Be casual and polite. Don't apologize excessively or act like you've done something wrong.
• Key Point: Play it off casually and let the conversation fade.

Game 3: Jealousy Bait

• Signs: Ex posts pictures with others or goes out with someone new.
• Reason: To get an ego boost and make you jealous.
• Response: Ignore these actions. Don't comment or engage with mutual friends about it.

Game 4: Are You Okay?

• Message: Ex checks in to see if you're okay since you haven't been in contact.
• Reason: They want you to show interest and validate them.
• Response: Be casual and polite. Keep responses brief and don't carry the conversation.

Game 5: The Stuff

• Excuse: Ex wants to get or give back stuff but keeps postponing.
• Reason: To have an excuse to stay in touch or because they can't let go.
• Response: Be casual about it and don't make a big deal. If they come over, be polite and let the interaction fade naturally.

Final Tips

• Be Casual: Don't let your ex see that they can manipulate you or affect you.
• Show Strength: Demonstrating emotional strength and independence is crucial.

Additional Resources

• Emergency Breakup Kit: More detailed strategies are available in Coach Lee's emergency breakup kit.
• Related Videos: Links to videos about stages your ex goes through during no contact, and why trying to talk your ex back rarely works.

Coach Lee emphasizes the importance of not letting your ex see that they can manipulate you or affect you emotionally. He advocates for strength, confidence, and following the no-contact rule to increase the chances of getting your ex back.