Every person has their own opinion on this heated topic. Do you stay in touch with an ex? Is it wrong to be friends with an ex? Do you speak to or check on your ex? Are you curious or jealous of your partner's ex? Some say they are an ex for a reason, but an ex could also be the one that got away. Let's have a discussion around the do's and don't's of staying in touch with an ex. Welcome to The Hot Girl School! The podcast where we redefine confidence and go way beyond the reflection you see in the mirror. We're your hosts Lauren and Danielle, here to empower you to embrace your inner radiance because confidence is so much more than looks. Our goal is to help you become your best self. Whether you're strutting into an event or conquering the boardroom, join us as we explore topics like self love, inner strength and owning your unique journey to confidence. So, grab your favorite drinkie and turn up the volume because you're about to unleash your true potential. WE ALL HAVE A PAST. When you're single, you keep the exes on the back burner in case it doesn't work out or just for your ego's sake to know they haven't moved on. Which quite frankly, is very unhealthy. Now if you are in a relationship but still staying in touch with an ex, ask yourself, "how much do I value this current relationship?". By staying in touch we mean checking social profiles, sending Happy Birthday texts, finding random reasons to strike up a conversation. Then examine your current relationship for what is missing and why you are reaching out to your ex. We all know that a break up requires breaking up with the family and possibly the friend group, so is it ok to stay in touch with your ex's family? We say yes. The caveat is that it's truly to stay in touch with the family and NOT a way to secretly get to the ex. If you are hanging around or reaching out in hopes to have some insight dropped about your ex's life that is the wrong reason. Cutting ties with the ex's family to ensure your current relationship stays in the safe zone would be a smart idea right about now. There are different levels of ex's. Someone who was around for 1-3 months. Someone was you were very in love with. And everything in between. TAKEAWAYS: You know how you feel about your ex. Your actions will follow suit. The truth always comes out. If you aren't happy in your current relationship then your ex will look real good. If you have no feeling for your ex then perhaps a small encounter means nothing. ONLY YOU KNOW. How you know you're in the right relationship: Open communication about ex's is safe. It doesn't need to be word vomit about an ex, but it can be a teaching tool so your current person knows how to treat you and why things they do upset you. An ex can shape the way you approach your new relationship. Set boundaries. Self aware. Practice how to communicate. Work on yourself to show up as your best. If the person you're dating doesn't mirror your healthy habits, ditch em! If you enjoyed this video, remember to give it a thumbs up, subscribe for more inspiring content, and hit the bell icon for new episodes every Tuesday! Let's Connect: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @thehotgirlschool 🔥 Follow us on TikTok: @thehotgirlschool 🎶 Follow us on Spotify: @thehotgirlschool 🟥 Follow us on YouTube: @thehotgirlschool TALK TO US! We want to hear from you! Send us direct messages or email us with topics on what you would like to hear about. 💌 thehotgirlschool@gmail.com Thank You for Watching!