When a relationship ends, it's traumatic.
It can takes months, and often years, to fully right yourself from the blow.
During this time, it's easy to miss some signs that your ex wants you back.
The first thing you need to do is make sure your ex is not playing a game with you.
Sometimes a spurned partner will attempt to get their ex back only to hurt the person.
This is done out of anger and jealousy.
Honestly assess what kind of character your ex had.
During your time together, was your partner a spiteful or vengeful person? Were there serious self-esteem issues? If so, tread carefully.
If your ex was not such a person, it's okay to have guarded hope.
There are certain signs that your ex might truly want you back.
Signs ex wants you back #1: Is your ex sending emails, asking how you are doing, or calling you on the phone for some casual conversation? This is a good sign that you are on their mind.
Often your ex will mention the relationship, remembering the good times, and perhaps mentioning how they have been working to become a better person.
Signs ex wants you back #2: If your ex has a get together and you are invited, that's a good sign they still want you around.
Often your ex will hang around you longer, making eye contact, even being flirtatious.
Signs ex wants you back #3: They might send you a card on your birthday, or some other special occasion, which is a sign that they are still thinking about you.
Signs ex wants you back #4: If during your conversations your ex begins talking about the future, this could mean they are envisioning you in it.
All of the above are signs your ex wants you back.
If you proceed slowly and confidently, making sure past issues are addressed, the two of you could be back together and dreaming of the future once again.