How to Deal with a Pesky Ex…On Campus
It’s the beginning of a new year – the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and UW is full of eager(ish) students chatting and gossiping on their way to class. You’re feeling carefree and happy-go-lucky and ready to conquer the world, and that’s when it happens: you bump straight, smack-dab into your ex.
It’s bound to happen. The two of you go to the same school, and you run in (more or less) the same social circle. Still, the run-ins are always unexpected, and to be frank, kind of uncomfortable. And to make matters worse, your ex insists on waxing nostalgic on the past – every time you see him. But the year is young and the possibilities of new love interests are endless, so don’t get hung up on the inevitable, semi-awkward encounters with your ex. Follow these tips for an amazing, ex-free year.
Delete his number from your phone. The last thing you need from him is incessant texts or phone calls, and while this won’t stop that pesky ex from contacting you, it will definitely curb your temptation to contact him.
Try new places. Rather than go to the same bars or house parties every weekend (where your ex will likely be), switch it up! This is a great way to forget about your ex and meet new people.
Make the first move. See a guy that catches your eye? Be the one to approach him, rather than the other way around. Not only will the guy be impressed by your cajones, but being so forward is also a great confidence-booster – and you’ll be surprised at how often it works.
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Wisconsin chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.