Stories of ex coming back after years: How should one react?

If your ex - boyfriend comes back, one way to react is to be cautious. Don't just jump back into the relationship immediately. You can start by having an open and honest conversation with him about why he's back and what has changed. For example, you could say, 'I'm glad you reached out, but I need to know what made you want to come back now.'

You should keep a distance at first and have a long talk to understand their motives. If they want to start anew, see if you're ready for that too. Consider the past issues and whether they can be resolved this time.

One reason could be that they've had time to reflect on the relationship and realized they made a mistake in leaving. Maybe they've been through other relationships that didn't work out and compared them to what they had with you. Another reason might be that they've matured over the years and now think they can handle the issues that led to the break - up in the first place.

Often, when an ex comes back, it could be due to loneliness. They might have been on their own for a while and remembered the comfort and familiarity of the old relationship. However, it's important to be cautious. Just because they're back doesn't mean things will be the same. There could be unresolved issues from the past that might resurface.

One ex coming back story is that my friend's ex returned after a year. They had broken up due to long - distance issues. But the ex got a new job in the same city and reached out. They started as friends again, slowly rebuilding trust and now they're back together, stronger than before.

Think about whether you both have really changed for the better. Maybe your ex was controlling before, and you need to see if they've become more respectful of your boundaries. Also, consider how your friends and family feel. They might have seen things that you were too blinded by love to notice. Their opinions can be valuable in making this decision.

Another reason could be that they have matured over time. If they were too immature during the relationship or at the time of the breakup, with time passing, they have grown up. They might have learned how to communicate better, handle emotions more effectively and now think they can have a better relationship with their ex. It could also be that they have resolved some personal issues like anger management problems or family - related stress that affected the relationship before.

Be cautious. You need to figure out her motives first. Don't just jump back into the relationship without thinking.

They should first listen to her side of the story. Don't jump to conclusions.

It depends on the type and tone of the story. If it's a sad one, maybe show empathy. For a funny one, laugh and enjoy.