What to do when you run into your ex?

Take your time to collect your thoughts before engaging in a conversation or small talk with your ex

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Be polite, say ‘hi’, make small talk and don’t dwell much on the past. Avoid making faces or worse, making accusatory comments

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Try not to ignore them completely. Don’t be rude. Simply acknowledge their presence by smiling or even nodding and waving

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Stay calm, excuse yourself from people, drink a glass of water and cheer yourself up

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Try striking up a conversation with someone around you to distract yourself

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