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Another thing, it sucks her dogs were a part of the loss of thebreakup as well. However one of them is about to die and we were really close to this one. Is the worth breaking no contact over to say something. It will be devastating for the whole family. Maybe spark something because she will be in a weak emotional state?
Been a little over a month of N/C
Thanks.
Figure out and recognize exactly what was it that lead to the break up and i am talking about a surface/conscious level and also at an unconscious/subtle level. once you know that, find what it is that you want exactly? do you want her back or not?
Now lets do an exercise. I want you to clear your mind and find a tranquil state. Wipe your head space or meditate for 20 minutes if you have to... do not continue until your in that present state of mind. Then, and ONLY after your in a good state of mind, write down on a piece of paper 2 columns one labeled positive and the other negative. time yourself for 30 seconds and write down everything negative first. then once the timer has elapsed, i want you to STOP and I really mean don't add anything extra... all the other stuff doesn't matter. Now clear your mind of all thoughts again and then I want you to repeat the same thing with the positive column. After this exercise you should have a physical representation of how your relationship was and whether it is worth continuing. If there is a significant difference in ratio between the negative and positive then this should aid you on your decision.
Now regardless of what decision you have made you need to act accordingly. You still have to maintain indifference to her and the breakup. You still have to date more. You still have to give priority to yourself. Now the only difference is whether you re-initiate contact and dating. If you choose to pursue her, do so but with a "moved on" frame and set up lunch date or something casual and only for 30 mins to an hour. I meant that last part, only an hour tops! and focus on having a good time and just AVOID rehashing breakups and negative situations. Remember to leave on a high note. So make sure of that, focus on fun. If all goes well then call a week from then with minimum contact in between and go on something much more emotionally evoking like roller coaster or comedy club. I would recommend venue changing 3-4 times with emotionally charged SPAM. This links the positive emotions to you. continue on this dating and having fun frame for a couple of months and eventually you'll be back to "are we together" situation. As a catalyst I would say to try and start a sexual relationship ASAP, just your same old tactics of just giving her a reason to go back to ur place (videos, pictures, etc.). Now if she says no its no biggie. Just escalate as much as you can and then back off like nothing happened.
Now I wrote all that because it seems like you want to get back with her. That's just a general guideline. If you choose not to be with her then just contact her about the dog and what not and then go on with your life. Just remember that if you start talking to her and you have the feelings of desperation then you are NOT ready. Wait another month of NC and repeat.
Credit to Steve P. and T.W. Jackson for the exercises and magic of making up method.