It may just be your ego getting bruised. “Ego can play a big role in feeling hurt,” Davis says. It makes them feel wanted.” Theres comfort in thinking theres someone out there whos still hung up on you.

How do you deal with seeing your ex with someone else?

If you choose to approach your ex when you see them with someone else, keep it short and sweet, and dont push for an introduction to the new person, Dr. Klapow advises. Be cordial but never feel compelled to have to fill them in or ask questions or associate more than being polite, says Dorell.