At a time when the average internet user has seven social media accounts, it’s never been easier – or rather, it’s never been harder not to check in on an ex. Of the people that did keep tabs on previous partners, 4 in 5 did so through social media channels, and 94 percent used more than one method to find out about their ex.
Stalking someone on social media may not be representative of where their life is really at. People tend to put their best foot forward when it comes to online personas, particularly after a breakup. One tip is to not read too much into what they’re posting; just push forward with moving on.
Getting over "the one that got away"
Our findings suggest nearly three-quarters of people still long for someone from a past relationship. Regardless of the reason things didn’t work out, it appears the best way to move on, particularly if you’re in a new relationship, is to sever all ties with your ex. Staying in communication, or keeping tabs on how they’re getting on, could draw out the process of properly getting over them. Of course, this isn’t the case for everyone.
How you choose to get over “the one that got away” is up to you. Go cold turkey, or stay close friends. Wait for the relationship that’s right for you, or get back in the game. It’s all a matter of personal preference. One thing that shouldn’t get in the way is your sexual health. As not everyone finds it easy to talk about these kinds of intimate issues, Superdrug Online Doctor offers a quick, confidential, and virtual consultation service. You’ll get to choose your preferred medication, our doctors provide a prescription, and it’s all discreetly delivered straight to your door.
Methodology
We collected 993 responses from participants who said “Yes” when asked, “Do you ever think about someone from a past relationship who currently seems like an ideal match?” Forty-nine percent of participants were Europeans, while 51 percent were American.
The data we are presenting rely on self-reporting. There are many issues with self-reported data. These issues include but are not limited to: selective memory, telescoping, attribution, and exaggeration. No statistical testing was performed, so the claims listed above are based on means alone. As such, this content is purely exploratory, and future research should approach this topic more rigorously.
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