How to Not Call Your Ex

It's a law. If an ex is not in your life, she's in your mind. If he's not in your mind, then he shows up in your life. The best way to deal with the ex factor is to do erase this person from your memory. Not calling them whenever you think of an ex is the initial step.

Instructions

Difficulty: Challenging

1. Make a list of activities that you want to do and that don't remind you of your ex. Start with 5 to 10 things. Every time you think of calling the ex, do one of those activities.
2. Tell at least one friend that you are trying to avoid your ex. Preferably a roommate, someone who lives near you or someone with a similar schedule as you. They can do some of the activities with you, even on short notice, and you can call them when the urge to phone your ex starts to pull. This is especially good when going out for a few drinks. Might as well give the phone up right along with your keys.
3. Have some movies ready. Make sure they're stupid comedies. Steer clear of romantic films. If you're a guy, "Swingers" might be the perfect choice, because it's basically about not calling your ex and finding a new girl. Then again, maybe that's the wrong film to watch. Stick with an action flick. Women should go with feelgood movies, like "Little Miss Sunshine."
4. Leave the house. Don't stay at home or allow yourself to be bored. Adopt hobbies, see people even if you don't like them that much, find places to go and events to see. Don't allow yourself to have time to think.

Tips & Warnings

• When you're alone, talk to yourself. It keeps your mind occupied.