When it comes to exes especially ones from a controlling or toxic relationship it can be hard to go no contact at first. Before you text him bringing him back into your life try doing something nice for yourself. Here are some options to exhaust before you even think about letting the person who broke you back into your life.
1. Getting dinner and drinks with your friends.
2. Getting a massage.
3. Go for a run, hike, or bike ride.
4. Take a smoke break.
5. Ice cream and fro-yo trips.
6. Catching up on your current Netflix obsession.
7. Cut or dye your hair something new.
8. Play with a kitten.
9. Going to the pet store.
10. Learn to skateboard.
11. Reorganize/redecorate your room.
12. Go skydiving.
13. Volunteer.
14. Read Sylvia Plath.
15. Go to a concert or festival.
16. Get a new piercing/ tattoo.
17. Apply for a new job.
18. Host a pre-game or party.
19. Have a girls night in.
20. Craft something.
21. Go dancing!
Remember that sometimes it hurts more to hold on than it does to let go.