Clay Andrews: 5 Stages Of Getting Back Together

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  • @ClayAndrews
    @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +28

    Thanks for watching this video. If you want to learn more about the 5 stages, check out this playlist: ua-cam.com/video/qWHF_Qmv1hM/v-deo.html

    • @gabrielomollo1716
      @gabrielomollo1716 4 роки тому +1

      My ex is dating another man but they quarrel all the time she is telling me whenever they quarrel she regrets why she is broke up with me.she is telling me whenever they are together they cannot be like two hours without quarrelling but she is pregnant for him

    • @cynthiab8377
      @cynthiab8377 4 роки тому

      Hi Clay, need your help here. I’m not sure which stage my ex is in right now.
      We broke up 2 months ago. I’ve not done the no contact. I’ve apologized, pleaded, showing care, for the past 2 months and he was very reactive during first month. He chased me away when I went to visit. Second month he mellows down a bit, in tone of voice but still adamant in not patching back. I’ve been texting him this 2 months apologizing & explaining things, he reads my texts, but didn’t reply or replied coldly to certain tasks base topic such as getting things back or asking for his opinion on sports. Once a while he reacted to my texts like “why ask me? Why change now? I don’t need your help”
      Recently I tried changing topic to talk as normal, he reads but he didn’t reply. He said things like “I’m not your honey, not your baby” when certain times my text contains such word.
      Which stage is he in now and how should I go about it? 😔

    • @tonyrossi6459
      @tonyrossi6459 3 роки тому

      What about a situation where we’ve been apart since 2001, but have mostly stayed in touch and gotten along well.
      We’re talking, hanging out, even spent the night together (no sex). It’s awkward at times and I’m nervous.

    • @mikobrayan9531
      @mikobrayan9531 3 роки тому

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    • @mikobrayan9531
      @mikobrayan9531 3 роки тому

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  • @ShawnGoodmanJazz
    @ShawnGoodmanJazz 4 роки тому +506

    I am so happy to announce that my wife and I are getting back together!!!!! We separated about two months ago. I’ve been watching Clay’s videos and following all of his good advice, and yesterday she finally told me her decision!!!! Clay, thank you so much for your incredible videos and your approach. My wife went through all of these 5 stages. It was incredibly difficult to keep the focus on high quality interactions and self improvement when I was being avoided and pushed away, but I kept being consistent. Clay, you’re a genius. Thank you so very much for saving my marriage!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +27

      That's truly a great news, Shawn. Congratulations on getting back together. :-)

    • @bhumikarajavenkhatesh3043
      @bhumikarajavenkhatesh3043 3 роки тому +20

      God bless you both.... Never ever get separated for any reason... May God bless u both and keep u happy for ever and ever

    • @ch1bob
      @ch1bob 3 роки тому

      Weere you living together while separated?

    • @javisanti2350
      @javisanti2350 3 роки тому +6

      how did you get past the second stage? i’m stuck there and i don’t know how to connect on a emotional stage

    • @mixedmama7645
      @mixedmama7645 3 роки тому +1

      Can you please tell me how painful those two months were? And how you got through it?

  • @dayanararocesscamet7535
    @dayanararocesscamet7535 4 роки тому +100

    What I like most about Clay is that it feels like he’s just a friend giving you an advice. It doesn’t feel like he’s just reading his notes. He explains everything and just seems very genuine.👍🏼

  • @jamesg2609
    @jamesg2609 4 роки тому +93

    I wish everyone luck in getting their ex back. Today is 8 months into my break up and finally realized is over forever.
    The no contact has not worked.. we have spoken 4 times..she trapped me into telling her I wanted to get back together. .after she was talking about all the fun he had together over 17 years. Though it still hurts after 17 years just have accept the fact it's not going to happen. Good luck everyone. Thanks Clay for all that you do for us.

  • @brittanyengelmann4478
    @brittanyengelmann4478 4 роки тому +361

    1. Wall of Reactance
    - Non communicative
    - High levels of reactance
    2. Test Drive
    - Willing to talk to you
    - One or two word answers
    - Little depth
    3. Riding the Dragon
    - hot and cold behavior
    - relate to their confusion
    4. Crisis Point
    - your ex realizes they still have feelings for you
    - they may discourage you / test you
    - let them know you’re serious
    5. New Beginnings
    - back together
    - have that conversation to seal the deal 😉

    • @melissamiller4740
      @melissamiller4740 4 роки тому +6

      I think i am still at riding the dragon for how long not sure the pandemic kinda is making things go slowly

    • @melissamiller4740
      @melissamiller4740 4 роки тому +7

      I can confidently say i am pass steps 1 and 2

    • @brittanyengelmann4478
      @brittanyengelmann4478 4 роки тому +11

      Melissa Miller
      That’s great! We recently got back together 🥰. Best of luck!

    • @melissamiller4740
      @melissamiller4740 4 роки тому +5

      Brittany Friesen thank you, yeah i have been working on it for months now, it is hard i hope i succeed in winning him back fingers crossed

    • @brittanyengelmann4478
      @brittanyengelmann4478 4 роки тому +9

      Melissa Miller
      Focus on connecting with him and positive things will happen. 🤗

  • @paulsell2438
    @paulsell2438 Рік тому +19

    Happy to say that we're just entering the new beginnings stage. Keeping it zero pressure and just enjoying more and more time together. Thanks for all your sound advice and videos.

  • @tucansam3147
    @tucansam3147 Рік тому +13

    I broke it off because I wanted her to get herself together she’s actually been taking steps . This video for me at the moment is spot on I’m in phase 2 .

    • @cosmic_moments
      @cosmic_moments 10 місяців тому

      So do you want to get back together with her

  • @realmsofthespiritarts8557
    @realmsofthespiritarts8557 2 роки тому +12

    Thanks so much, Clay! After 5 years together he moved out in Feb. his mother passed and of course I pushed for answers and communication but he’s an avoidant. Super detached. He responded saying he needed space and time to process things. So I’ve kinda given him time. I’ve screwed up a little bit but for the most part gave him time. He has half his things still here in the garage and keeps coming back to take a few things here and there. Last weekend he took me to grab my car from the car shop and he was really googly eyed and looking at me a lot. We talked and I told him I still cared about him and he said he did too. We hugged and told each court we loved eachother. He pumped up my daughters bike tire and talked with her for a bit. I don’t know what this means but it’s gotta be a good sign.

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for sharing your journey. Sounds like you are both slowly building progress. :-)

  • @josephsmith742
    @josephsmith742 10 місяців тому +1

    I've watched dozens of videos, and this is the first one that relates to my situation. Stage 2. We cared for one another greatly. And our mouths got us in trouble. Bad deal. But there's hope. Thanks

  • @austrabrauna2028
    @austrabrauna2028 3 роки тому +27

    Thank You Clay, this is so real. So much unconditional love and empathy needed for this process to happen.

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      ✝15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again

  • @mixedchickULike
    @mixedchickULike 4 роки тому +12

    My husband left me 18 mos ago. We were married for 35yrs. Together since teens. He has ran out of the country and won't talk. I sent emails for 17 mos. He read them but would only reply to some regarding business with only one sentence. I've finally given up and have gone into no contact. I still can't believe he did this.

    • @daddilo2847
      @daddilo2847 4 роки тому

      Move on

    • @hulkgreen6786
      @hulkgreen6786 4 роки тому

      Meanwhile throw a party every night BYOB

    • @daughteroftheking6402
      @daughteroftheking6402 8 місяців тому +1

      I’m so sorry to hear this. That’s so heartbreaking, but I believe you will get through this and come out strong, and you will love again and be loved properly.

  • @sherrypogany-xj4uy
    @sherrypogany-xj4uy Рік тому +5

    Say a prayer God helps you sustain it and I'm very happy for you I wish u nothing but the best

  • @kimegmore7825
    @kimegmore7825 Рік тому +7

    You are describing the third stage (riding the dragon) we were going through for the last 2 weeks but now I’m hoping we can progress now to the 4th stage 😊 Clay… you explain everything so so well….. thank you 🙏

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  Рік тому

      @Kim Egmore , you are very much welcome. :-)

    • @scholiak
      @scholiak Рік тому

      ​@ClayAndrews thanks for this video. How exactly do you work past the Riding the Dragon and showing them understanding of their concerns and moving it into next stage?

  • @lindamcdowell4685
    @lindamcdowell4685 2 роки тому +13

    I am 74. He is 72. It never gets easier.

    • @alexsophia2159
      @alexsophia2159 2 роки тому

      Hello Mr ( Gabriel ) he is the best when it comes to recovery relationship. He was the one that helped me

    • @WATCHMEGOBROKE
      @WATCHMEGOBROKE Місяць тому

      Wow

  • @anthonydecker128
    @anthonydecker128 Рік тому +1

    Currently at the Ride the Dragon stage. It’s hard but hopefully it works out. She keeps saying she’s confused and is hurt and wants my comfort.

  • @sonnyghandour
    @sonnyghandour 3 роки тому +6

    I hope 101 tips for getting your EX back on the horizon 👨🏻 Seriously, you are awesome Clay, when going thru rocky moments listening to you is very comforting. God bless❤️

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for showing support and watching our videos. We truly appreciate that. :-)

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

      He is the best when it comes to recovery relationship
      .

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

      ViawhatsApp.

  • @Ok-551
    @Ok-551 4 роки тому +5

    Very good video. I’m in stage 4, girl is in a rebound, and told me she’d call it off. Now she’s on a road trip and in crisis. I need to chill and keep doing what I’m doing.

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +3

      You definitely got this!

    • @Ok-551
      @Ok-551 4 роки тому +2

      Clay Andrews thanks. Do you just sit back and wait? Or do inquire as to if she did it? I mean we’re going for walks, hooking up, I’m definitely winning, but am trying to stay chill.

    • @Ok-551
      @Ok-551 4 роки тому +13

      Update. The rebound didn’t stand a chance. Silly to be freaking out like we do. It’s haard to make a connection and she came back. Things are better than ever and I’m laughing at the other guy. She was recently divorced so giving some room was required. Don’t re-act, stay cool, and be the prize.

  • @alicestore1528
    @alicestore1528 4 роки тому +9

    Hello Clay, I have to say that you are really good in what you do. I think you are the only coach on yt who actually explains the mechanism of a breakup into such details. After almost 3 months after my ex bf has left I have started to connect dots and understand why and what happened. It really requires a high level of empathy from you to describe all this human interactions so relevant. Thank you for your work. I wish I didn't come across your videos before my bf said that he need some space - maybe I would have saved our relationship instead of pushing on him. Best Regards from Croatia

  • @deputyja1
    @deputyja1 Рік тому

    Clay is 100% accurate and the best coach on UA-cam. It isn't even close

  • @isabelmariah
    @isabelmariah 4 роки тому +14

    I love these steps!!! So spot on and no other coach has any quite like these!! So helpful for me bc I think My ex is in the crisis step and it helped me figure it out

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +1

      So glad! We are happy to hear that you have resonated with our video. :-)

    • @cosmic_moments
      @cosmic_moments 10 місяців тому

      Did you get back together

  • @jeremybrown1578
    @jeremybrown1578 2 роки тому +3

    This is the most helpful video I have found.

  • @TreGoodman
    @TreGoodman 2 роки тому +1

    I’m currently dealing with a situation but we didn’t ended it on a bad note and we both didn’t cheat. She decided to say we both should be friends. We both work together and it was just a person who decided to throw me and her under the bus saying we both were dating due to her and my girlfriend having some issues with one another work related. I have things at her house and she didn’t mentioned anything about me coming to get my stuff. Also, when she said we both should friends, she wasn’t to upset towards me or anything. Hopefully we both can try to fix things to get back together. She definitely pushed me to go back to school and did a lot for me as well as me doing a lot for her. I just decided to not hit her up first to see where she stands.

  • @Liz-dragon-street.
    @Liz-dragon-street. Рік тому +2

    I really love ❤ this video 🙏
    Thank you
    Much love from Amsterdam..
    🌱

  • @cyprus401
    @cyprus401 4 роки тому +17

    If I had money I’d definitely book a session.

    • @Kommentar999
      @Kommentar999 4 роки тому

      Where to book it?

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +3

      You can book your sessions with me (Clay) through the
      link modernlove.life/coaching

    • @melissamiller4740
      @melissamiller4740 4 роки тому +2

      Me too sorry i cannot afford your program

    • @melissamiller4740
      @melissamiller4740 4 роки тому +2

      Clay Andrews same if i had the money, i totally would book a session to get my ex back

  • @kalstkim1254
    @kalstkim1254 3 роки тому +8

    the most important thing is to keep moving on with your life, there is so much going on.

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  3 роки тому +4

      Thanks for the insight. We truly appreciate that. And part of moving forward is learning the life skills as it adds value as we reach a level of self-awareness. :-)

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      ✝15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again

  • @cosmic_moments
    @cosmic_moments 10 місяців тому +1

    My love has been riding the dragon since the break up... i got upset by it.. thank you for speaking into that - i have told him i care and love for him so much and i believe ive been consistent with expressing that i want to rekindle.. longest no contact has been 7 days ... no calls , just texts (2months of separation) after 1 year of beinh together every single day... he ended things saying i could do better cos i wanted marriage and he wasnt ready ... i dont know what to do now .. hes not responded for 4 days now 😢

  • @coryprice3771
    @coryprice3771 Рік тому +1

    I feel like me and my ex immediately went into stage 3. We are talking. Yes, she runs hot and cold and got real mad when she founs out i want on a date. Tonight, though I'm heading to her place to wrap presents. I'm taking the friends approach and just trying to maintain a connection.

  • @daniellinklater1779
    @daniellinklater1779 11 місяців тому +1

    I wish I would have found your videos months ago.

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  11 місяців тому

      I appreciate your sentiment, and I'm here to offer support moving forward. Remember, it's never too late to implement positive changes in your life.

    • @daniellinklater1779
      @daniellinklater1779 11 місяців тому

      @@ClayAndrewsI'm watching so many of your videos to learn. I'm working with someone and they kind of disappear sometimes. I'm trying to figure out what stage I'm in. I plan on going to you in a few weeks. I'm still talking and texting to my person every day it's kind of 50/50. It's tough without her, we even have grandkids. Any way thank you for responding!!

  • @DL-vibes
    @DL-vibes 3 роки тому +10

    First step is the other person needs to want this. Period. 🙏🏽

  • @kristiemcinnes304
    @kristiemcinnes304 2 роки тому +1

    My ex said he can't let me go. He loves spending time with me. I think he's still confused. We are trying but it's a bit awkward ❤

  • @oscarincazares7219
    @oscarincazares7219 3 роки тому +4

    Omg ur amazing ur the first coach that explains Exactly what happens after a break up clay ur amazing u gained ur self a subscriber thank you so much i will b contacting u i think my ex us at the crisis point.

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  3 роки тому +1

      Appreciate it! Thanks for watching our videos and please subscribe as well. :-)

  • @LilLucky2012
    @LilLucky2012 Рік тому +1

    He told me he cares about me but he won’t say he still loves me he says bc I will take it to far. I’m not sure what this means. 😢 we just broke up last month but he keeps trying to find reasons to reach out

  • @izzyrocks8388
    @izzyrocks8388 5 місяців тому

    I and she have been broken up for two months, the 1st month no contact whatsoever. She texted me out of the blue and asked me to come over which I did.
    She vented out and told me that she was angry and emotional and couldn’t let it go. We hang out almost every day, we go for walks, we eat dinner together, I help her clean her house and we have been texting back in forth on a daily.
    She tells me that she wants me to be consistent with her and prove to her that I can make changes in my life. She sends me selflessly of herself out of random and it confuses me. The thing that hurt was her telling me that her parents said you’d be stupid to take him back. And she teared up not knowing what that meant. I don’t understand, why would she call me to come to be with her for days straight. Is she playing mind tricks or getting closure from me ?

  • @jpduval8
    @jpduval8 4 роки тому +5

    My ex broke up with me and so I went NC. After a couple weeks she called and said she wanted to work things out and was really loving and we agreed to come up with our expectations moving forward. A couple days later she started being cold like stage 2 where she’d just give one word answers. I asked her if she was still interested after a week of that and she said it was too soon to answer. I’m trying to connect with her but it doesn’t seem like it’s getting anywhere. She said she doesn’t want pressure, but outside of asking if we were still on the same page I haven’t pushed the issue.

    • @daddilo2847
      @daddilo2847 4 роки тому +1

      Treat her as if she doesn't exist.

    • @ugochimonica4557
      @ugochimonica4557 3 роки тому

      She is the best when it comes to recovery relationship. ❤❤

    • @ugochimonica4557
      @ugochimonica4557 3 роки тому

      M e s s a g e h e r n o w. V i a W h a t s A p p❤❤

    • @ugochimonica4557
      @ugochimonica4557 3 роки тому

      +1 (3 6 1) 2 0 1__3 0 6 4❤❤

  • @grace3254
    @grace3254 3 роки тому +2

    umm i think im at the riding the dragon stage. he would send me little texts to get my attention again then lmk he does miss me. after we met up he is thinking maybe it was a mistake. has been distant since. he is telling me he is now "confused about his life' and "feels weird" it's been like 5 days of this :( i am just trying to respect his space n hope he comes back soon..

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      *➕15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️*
      *I can't believe am with my love again*

  • @RobbiJamesVogt
    @RobbiJamesVogt Рік тому +1

    Brilliant! You’re good man

  • @iketi256
    @iketi256 2 роки тому +1

    Subscribed and thumbs up… per your request.

  • @JoshJones-rc7ru
    @JoshJones-rc7ru 4 роки тому +9

    Can you do a video on successful New beginnings and the success rate of them staying together and possible marriage

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +5

      We have that in our Connect and Commit course. :-)

  • @JohnSmith-lt3jl
    @JohnSmith-lt3jl 4 роки тому +3

    Stage 3 for 6months -I am ready to walk away .

  • @veronicakarlsson755
    @veronicakarlsson755 4 роки тому +17

    Is it common to go back and forth between the different stages? I can recognise behaviors from stages 1-3!

  • @charlottele9352
    @charlottele9352 4 роки тому +3

    Hi Clay I watch your videos everyday and you are totally different from other UA-cam coach. We broke up 6 months ago. Before we decided to officially break up, we did no contact for a month. Then he asked me to break up but still friend because I have a really good relationship with his family and friends and he said I was too good. We still go to the same gym, sometimes he picks me up. Besides when I asked him to go out for a walk or go somewhere with me he still agreed. Last week I came to his house. We made love, and he asked me to get back together and I said “we will get back together when you’re ready”. However the next day he asked me to stop acting like we still are couple and move on, “what happened yesterday was my mistake” he said that. He told me that he didnt want a relationship and he just wanna focus on his job right now and I had to find a serious relationship for getting married and settle down (he’s 23 and I’m 25). He doesn’t want me to be miserable. What can I do now? I’m so sorry for my bad English this is the very first time I leave a comment on a relationship expert channel. Thank you so much.

    • @HB-pu6gz
      @HB-pu6gz 2 роки тому

      This sounds rough. I wonder if you just need to continue to ride this dragon!

  • @kostadrandakis5891
    @kostadrandakis5891 3 роки тому +9

    These have been very encouraging videos! I was going to do no contact for possibly to long but you've encouraged me to see that reaching out after a shorter time would be a better move. My ex and I just started texting lightly but it feels more so on the better half of the "riding the dragon stage" not entirely sure if I should try to plan a meet up in person sooner than later in the next week. Her birthday is here soon so that also makes me nervous about seeming to pushy rather than wait till after her birthday.

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  3 роки тому +3

      That's great to hear, Kosta. Just take things one step at a time and focus on building the connection. :-)

    • @kostadrandakis5891
      @kostadrandakis5891 3 роки тому +2

      Will do boss. Thank you.

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

      He is the best when it comes to recovery relationship
      .

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

      ViawhatsApp.

  • @ursulageorgeson7086
    @ursulageorgeson7086 2 роки тому +1

    I smothered the guy I just started seeing because it had been so mutually, soulfully intense and then he got angry for not having space. So I totally did the wrong things, poured my heart out, chased him and he told me he needed space. So I have it to him, dropped contact and then a month later he said 'sorry for being rubbish, life gets in the way and I needed to check out for a bit, hope you're well?'
    I didn't know what to make of it, I'd been so heartbroken and I left it a couple days and replied 'it's been busy but I've benefitted from the space, -hope you're well too?'
    I think this might have been me with my defenses up - I didn't want to validate his dropping out like that.
    I still miss him it's been about 2 months now. Every day I debate whether to drop him a line, and what tone that should take?? Of course, I've been working through my issues and enjoying my own life too but, we kinda rushed itt and it would be so good to reconnect.
    How?!

  • @LaneyMae-d5h
    @LaneyMae-d5h 11 місяців тому

    My ex keeps texting me he loves me he misses me and I told him to stop because he won’t be with me… I left him to date someone else.. I didn’t realize what I had when I had it… and I’m willing to forgive and forget the pain he causes me but now he says he’s not sure what he wants

  • @leosoulmusic7679
    @leosoulmusic7679 2 роки тому +1

    I need help...I left my husband 5 months ago because he consistently cheated on me and kept lying about it. I started to looking through his phones and kept seeing it.. I felt betrayed, my self asteem is at isn't lowest. I stopped listening to him and I was wrapped in my own pain. But no matter what is has done I can't seem to let him go. I still love him and want our marriage to work. What do I do?

    • @heidiw3615
      @heidiw3615 Рік тому +1

      If he keeps cheating, you should leave him for good. You deserve better

  • @lilkingg82
    @lilkingg82 Рік тому +1

    I could be an idiot in saying this...but I think we're exiting stage 4 and headed for stage 5

  • @paulrusinko666
    @paulrusinko666 Рік тому

    Great video and channel.

  • @StarsStars714
    @StarsStars714 3 роки тому +2

    This was really great Clay. Thanks for sharing.

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      ➕15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      +15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again

  • @brianstoops7186
    @brianstoops7186 4 роки тому +6

    I've been in the wall of reactunce of 4 months now

  • @Letsdoit365K
    @Letsdoit365K 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you Clay!!!! Your videos are awesome!

  • @stubbornkitty1649
    @stubbornkitty1649 Місяць тому

    My ex reached out a couple of days ago, it would have been our anniversary. Initially he told me he'd been thinking about me, we had a bit of a back and forth, he was very vague but i believe he was saying he was sad that all of our plans didnt exist anymore. Then he said something like i guess its a time thing and never messaged back. It really hurt tbh because id been doing well, that was day 25, so im guessing thats riding the dragon?

  • @cruzlopez8714
    @cruzlopez8714 4 роки тому +4

    I appreciate your videos Clay and thank you for giving this advice

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

      He is the best when it comes to recovery relationship
      ..

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

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  • @go35ffc
    @go35ffc Рік тому +1

    What to do if they’re both not talking to you, responding texts messages, but when you meet them personally they show also signs of the riding the dragon stage like confusion and mixed feelings?

    • @leemurray3414
      @leemurray3414 Рік тому

      I'm in the same situation. Any updates on your situation?

  • @HealingwithEllieUSA
    @HealingwithEllieUSA 2 роки тому +2

    I'm going insane it took so long for me and still hot and cold stage.

  • @tess7798
    @tess7798 3 роки тому

    Such a useful video! Thank you very much!

  • @anggeliqirodriguez3715
    @anggeliqirodriguez3715 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for giving these advices many coaches show how to play games instead of understanding the phycological parts of the breakup.

  • @gsf5882
    @gsf5882 2 роки тому +2

    What if she is the one who caused the break-up by cheating. Also how do I deal with the fact that she is now sort of in stage 2 but she still doesn't talk to me so we can't really have a conversation. I can talk to her about pretty deep emotional subjects but she just listens.

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  2 роки тому

      Hi GSF, I understand that this can be confusing, and that there are a lot of emotions that you have to process.
      It's totally normal to have mixed feelings about a breakup for your ex to feel guilty about ending things with you. She may not be ready yet to open up emotionally and talk about what happened, but she'll get there eventually. Give her time to heal from the loss of your relationship before trying too hard to reach out or make amends.
      Just be patient with yourself and with her-you've both been through something difficult, and it's only natural for both of you to need some time before jumping back into having that deep personal conversation again.
      Have you checked our Ex Solution Program course (www.modernlovbe.life/esp) ? We cover these process in depth inside the course and this might help you on your journey further. :-)

  • @gayleneflower398
    @gayleneflower398 Рік тому

    excellent! Thank you!

  • @koreawonderskim5597
    @koreawonderskim5597 4 роки тому +2

    It’s possible that we’re in critical stage but they’re not mentioned about maybe we should date another or you are too good like this ? But instead they act like I have to follow their command so if I’m don’t do that they can’t come back?

  • @joeydrakeward4077
    @joeydrakeward4077 3 місяці тому

    I just had the most emotional 2 weeks with an ex I work with. I took her for granted back in February and she left a couple weeks later in March for another coworker. It’s been 6 months, which is now September. 2 weeks ago they broke up and her and I work side by side. Well, I had to do some heavy begging by agreeing to kiss her boot publicly. That action that she never thought I’d do sparked a lot of good conversation and smiling from her. She was finally engaging again. She even went as far as telling me, she’d been thinking about what I did a lot. My actions spoke louder than words and it made her smile from ear to ear. Unfortunately she went back to this guy. They moved in together two or three weeks after our original split. Rumor is she tried to kick him out and because he moved in so quick he was homeless from the start. Where is he supposed to go if he never has a place to live when they first met? Now they are currently “relearning one another”. I chose to be forthright with her but now she’s become distant again. I even feel like I’m bothering her. I laid it out for her. That she’d better make sure she’s happy because I’d really like a second chance. I think I gave her too much power because on Friday at the end of the day, she told me to leave her alone. She’s either at stage 3, confused and thinking about things or I knocked myself back to stage 5, if not further. Either way, Monday should be a nightmare.

  • @christinemanning6536
    @christinemanning6536 3 роки тому +1

    Wow! This is phenomenal!

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

      He is the best when it comes to recovery relationship
      ..

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      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

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  • @melissamiller4576
    @melissamiller4576 3 роки тому +1

    I have decided to give up on trying to get my ex back he has rejected me and worst of all lead me on with signals that thought were reconciliation but were lies all along, i have found someone new who i am taking my time with and not rushing things anyways that is all i had to say

    • @ugokpoloroghogho7757
      @ugokpoloroghogho7757 3 роки тому

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    • @ugokpoloroghogho7757
      @ugokpoloroghogho7757 3 роки тому

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    • @melissamiller4576
      @melissamiller4576 3 роки тому

      Not interested

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      ➕15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again

  • @mbarlow3797
    @mbarlow3797 2 роки тому +1

    Any tips on getting the conversations to a deeper emotional level? I think we’re at surface level right now! But hey he’s responding and asking me questions~

    • @moonbulk6354
      @moonbulk6354 2 роки тому

      I'm so excited my broken marriage has been restored my ex lover is back after he left me and our kids for another woman. I was so happy to me how mr ose help many people to bring there lover back

    • @moonbulk6354
      @moonbulk6354 2 роки тому

      Wh'atsap him...

  • @AsuyaAriyoshi
    @AsuyaAriyoshi Рік тому

    I am in kind of Riding a dragon/Crises status. However, told My ex that I am ok beeing friends with her, now dont know how to fix that without sounding needy

  • @angelaizzo641
    @angelaizzo641 3 роки тому +1

    Perfect advice!! Thank you Clay!

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  3 роки тому

      My pleasure! Thanks for watching out videos. :-)

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      *➕15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️*
      *I can't believe am with my love again*

  • @baphometbby
    @baphometbby 5 місяців тому

    I feel like my ex went in the third stage right off the bat but it’s confusing

  • @amberwright7462
    @amberwright7462 2 роки тому

    What if you've not fully broke up broke up . Where he pulled away said he thinks he should be single . But then later same day he was confused and thinking about us . Says he loves me , but is scared from past hurts etc. We've went lower contact to give him some space,but talk daily etc. I feel like it's pretty much the crisis point with a mix of the confusion.

  • @ronaldclark9948
    @ronaldclark9948 2 роки тому +1

    I never wanted to break up with my ex girlfriend I can be a man and say I’m actually confused about us. My ex girlfriend is a very unique person but what happens if she just rides the dragon all the time? When I first met my girlfriend we were friends for five years and she finally said yes we dated for two years. Is she willing or wanting in this case to try to get back together? She also gives a bunch of excuses like saying “you shouldn’t give up per se” and she flirts with me and then stops. Some one please tell me what to do!!!

  • @RondaReese
    @RondaReese 6 місяців тому

    How can I communicate, I understand him if we are broke up and not talking?

  • @h3arty
    @h3arty 4 роки тому +2

    Love youuuuuu, thank you Clay !!

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +1

      My pleasure!!. :-)

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

      He is the best when it comes to recovery relationship
      ..

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

      ViawhatsApp..

    • @giftjohn4758
      @giftjohn4758 3 роки тому

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  • @aabbuu3151
    @aabbuu3151 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you sir... God bless...

  • @BabydoomXx
    @BabydoomXx 4 роки тому +2

    riding the dragon is getting quite disheartening .. as she only just entered it , every positive pull back seems to put us back into test drive . there is a lot of anger at me for changing myself after we separated . don't help that she is living with her rebound so our interactions are brief and only really when she is picking up or dropping off our children . all but one of them interactions have been positive.

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +3

      Exactly. That is why you have to fully prepare yourself by strengthening the Advanced Relational Skills so you can navigate each phase and manage yourself and emotions better. :-)

    • @BabydoomXx
      @BabydoomXx 4 роки тому

      honestly , they can get quite playful and flirty. she has said some odd stuff . like , out of nowhere she told me she was ok and could get an apartment easy. than later told me she wasn't moving .
      and then my kids have slowly wanted to be with me more . we went from joint custody to I have em 5 to 6days a week cause they would rather be with me .. just odd to me .. I thought I was the bad guy

  • @javisanti2350
    @javisanti2350 3 роки тому +2

    hey clay i’m stuck on stage 2. we plan on meeting up in a couple of days but i don’t know to connect with her on a emotional level

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      +15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again

  • @xpaperxcutx4588
    @xpaperxcutx4588 2 роки тому

    I feel like I've been stuck at the riding the dragon stage and then I got tot the crisis stage and I almost got my relationship back and then we fought and now we back slid to him wanting to be friends and wont give me chances. i only discovered your stages about emotional connection and really wanting to implment this.

  • @Goodwillwinoverevil1984
    @Goodwillwinoverevil1984 Рік тому

    My ex never left the hate stage I think I don't really know

  • @MilesLambos-ef1nt
    @MilesLambos-ef1nt 3 роки тому +2

    Currently at stage two and we had a deeper emotional conversation, planning to have more emotional conversation with her

    • @letduque5078
      @letduque5078 3 роки тому

      Any updates?

    • @MilesLambos-ef1nt
      @MilesLambos-ef1nt 3 роки тому +1

      @@letduque5078 we back together, been 2 months now. I just focused on having a conversation that would reconnect us and took her out to places she always wanted to go to, like spa's ,museum, movies ,etc ,planning things with her just made her look forward to seeing me and yeah thats about it

    • @letduque5078
      @letduque5078 3 роки тому

      @@MilesLambos-ef1nt so you quite taking everything slow. Thats good to hear! I hope someday i can be as happy as all of you who had experience getting hurt 😭

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      ✝15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again

  • @gabriiielaHernandez
    @gabriiielaHernandez Місяць тому

    So me and my ex just broke up but im confused because we have openly said we still love eachother but the both of us agreed we weren't mentally okay to be in a relationship so we'd work on ourselves individually and after see if we get back together, so im a lil confused yk if we will or not...

  • @Amrrkevin
    @Amrrkevin 2 роки тому

    3:26 4:55, 6:46, 9:06, 12:51, 17:42

  • @TheMamaBear85
    @TheMamaBear85 4 роки тому +1

    Seems like I'm in riding the dragon and crisis point at the same time. So difficult😔

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +2

      Yes, it can be difficult but you can prepare yourself by strengthening the Advanced Relational Skills.

  • @jameschannell6910
    @jameschannell6910 4 роки тому +2

    My ex said goodbye to me for good last week but a few days later texted me to check in on me and told me that she wasn’t sure what she wanted and was still so confused. But then she said goodbye for good again a few days ago. She doesn’t want us to text again and to move on for good. It’s been so back and forth for the past month and a half and I’m not sure what to believe or what to do. I’m not sure how to make a connection with her if she doesn’t want to talk to me or even see me.
    If anyone has any advice I would greatly appreciate it!

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +3

      Hi James, it sounds like your ex is emotionally confused and needs to sort what she really wants in a relationship. Will you be comfortable in taking this time to focus your energies towards your self for healing? Also, I would recommend that you check our video on 5 stages in getting back together.

    • @jameschannell6910
      @jameschannell6910 4 роки тому +1

      @@ClayAndrews Yeah I’m finally understanding that I never really let her experience the breakup or gave her space to really sort out those feelings:/. And yes, in this time right now I’m focusing on myself and trying to be a better person than I was the day before. Since we’ve said our goodbyes, is this what the no contact rule is? Does she need to make the first move later down the road?
      Thank you so much for replying and giving advice it means a lot!!

    • @cynthiab8377
      @cynthiab8377 4 роки тому

      Clay Andrews
      Your videos helped me pull through the 5 months of post break up & my ex bf came back to me during mid Nov telling me that he wants me back and he shared about his fears of about being a poor temper partner like his father, as well as his concerns about Covid19 impacting the travel restrictions (we didn’t have issue about long distance until Covid 19 hits). But we decided to give our relationship another try.
      We slept together the same day the came back to me but I did made it clear that I’m not into friends with benefits and asked him if we’re back into a committed relationship, he said yes.
      We went out 4 dates in the last 2 weeks but mostly I initiate them and his behavior was mostly cold and impatient. He doesn’t talk much except about his new hobby. He doesn’t text me with all the emojis like before. He avoided celebrating my bday on the day itself but still celebrates it during the weekend. When it is his bday he gave excuses that he’s busy on his bday and we celebrate it earlier. He did brought me to meet 3 of his close friends. But his behavior has been hot & cold.
      His entire family is against us getting back together.
      He said that he doesn’t feel the same way about me & the spark he used to have with me after going out 4 dates in the 2 weeks that we reconnect again.
      He just doesn’t feel like talking with me the way he used to because he doesn’t feel like it and his is unsure of what he is feeling, he just wants a break from this and be alone. We’ve had sex few times during this 2 weeks. He wasn’t cold in sex, it is still good.
      Clay, will you help me please? How can I make him feel the spark again? He is now back to neighboring country for work.
      My colleague also told me that she saw my ex bf (or should I call him bf again) is on Tinder. I haven’t confront him about tinder but I know if I do it now, with his heart not into me, things will be worse than now?

    • @Kathhunt308
      @Kathhunt308 3 роки тому

      + 1 9 2 9 5 6 0 3 7 3 2

  • @brittanyleung8380
    @brittanyleung8380 2 роки тому +8

    Hi Clay!
    I’m currently at the last stage. He’s been making the effort to go out with me. At our last meet up, he kissed me goodbye and said “love you”. I paused for a bit and said it back. Things have been going good. We’ve been at this stage for two weeks. I don’t know when I should have the talk about taking the next step. I think I’m scared of being rejected again if I were to bring up the talk. Any advice?

  • @lucasjohnson03
    @lucasjohnson03 2 роки тому

    I’m in between 3-4 she’s scared to date me and doesn’t know if it will be the best thing for her, and that maybe she just needs to meet new people. What can I do to move forward into 4 completely

  • @tlynn609
    @tlynn609 Рік тому

    What if they do some stages before others? Lol. Cuz that's what's happening to me.

  • @damien9388
    @damien9388 2 роки тому +1

    Heyy clay. im having a conversation with my ex this weekend. She wants to talk to me 1 on 1, i dont know what to expect. Do you know if this is 1 of these stages? Ty for making this video

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  2 роки тому

      Hi Damien, yes it could be one of the phases but of course, you still have to observe any consistent factors in your dynamics. Usually, if our ex slowly opens up with us, it starts with the Test Drive phase. But overall, we recommend to stay in the present moment and enjoy the time together. :-)

  • @ursulareed3743
    @ursulareed3743 3 роки тому

    Thank you!

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  3 роки тому

      You're welcome!

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      ✝15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again

  • @livwithnewinsight
    @livwithnewinsight Рік тому +1

    Great content! I have a question/concern. I understand the notion of rebuilding a connection with your ex and enjoying and building on positive experiences. But shouldn't there be a conversation about what the goals or intentions are at some point? I'm asking because just because an ex reaches out, says I miss you or suggests to meet up still doesn't mean it's genuine or they don't have selfish motives. It could be ego or to keep you as a placeholder. How do you determine without having the convo? should you have the convo?

  • @samsonite3716
    @samsonite3716 11 місяців тому +1

    she broke up after 3 1/2 years to make experiences. i gave her space and went into meditation and spirituality to fix some broken abilities i had from my childhood. one month later she said she had sex with someone else because it was just easy going (we had troubles here for a long time) but she knows now, that she needs love to have sex. she says that she loves me more than anything and that i feel family to her but at the same time she feels free now. i try just to be there for her and talk to her but not in a pushy way, she still has her space but its hurting me a lot and messing up my good/bad energy. its like she/we went through 4 of those 5 stages in a single week now. its exactly 8 days that we have contact again, we met and talked a lot, cried a lot, opened up in a totally new way. she also hopes that we find back together but she feels lost and confused atm. what shall i do? :(

  • @raquelsantamaria1403
    @raquelsantamaria1403 8 місяців тому

    My ex of two years monkey branched to a friend of his two weeks after he broke up with me saying he didnt feel the same way anymore and that he didnt care if i saw anyone new. We both go to the same college and mutual friends have told me he is super excited about this new relationship with her (hes also her rebound so she is also excited) What are the chances their relationship doesnt work and he comes back? His new girl says he understands her better than anyone ever has... Even though they have only been together for a month.

  • @sebascifu99
    @sebascifu99 4 роки тому +6

    First, u d best will apply the advice you just gave me in the community

    • @ClayAndrews
      @ClayAndrews  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much! Remember to show her you understand :)

  • @jliane7039
    @jliane7039 2 роки тому

    I honestly don’t know where I am at with my ex. Eight weeks ago I was blocked, we went from no communication to just a few comments. The other night we texted for almost an hour. She was asking me questions, we were having fun, it seemed like we were getting back to where we were. And now almost ignoring me. Would this be riding the dragon?

  • @aspenporter7451
    @aspenporter7451 6 місяців тому

    My ex is in a rebound relationship. He reached out to me three times during the time he was dating her. One of the times he said he still thinks of me sometimes and wonders what I'm up to. What do you think this means?

  • @plantsnorman9606
    @plantsnorman9606 2 роки тому

    The ad timing at 13:50 was golddd 😂😂

  • @Heh282u
    @Heh282u 5 місяців тому

    At what stage am I? she actually broke up with me yesterday and after some beg to at least be friends (that I regret) she been talking to me but she everytime that she wakes up she wakes up really cold and dry then after talking to her for a while later she is acting normally with me as if she was my friend but she is not flirty nor she says she misses us and stuff, she simply acts like a friend but suddenly later she is being dry and cold again, days ago she even asked us to be friends because things were not working but I insisted to continue one last time and she agreed but then when we broke up instead of wanting to be friends she just wanted to end everything and erase me from her life, even though I am ashamed of begging, that's where I am rn... so in which stage am I?

  • @animenerdcosplay5255
    @animenerdcosplay5255 2 роки тому

    Hey what if you tried to show them that you understand and did tell them how your actions hurt them, but they have a friend who is being rude and being like the middle man

  • @oliverjervisdavila1228
    @oliverjervisdavila1228 Рік тому

    My ex asked me out and she kissed me and did intimate actions with me(not sex). She called it a date and we are having our next one thursday. What stage am i in?

  • @williamdolan7189
    @williamdolan7189 2 роки тому +1

    It’s been 5 months and she is just now at riding the dragon

  • @johnnyb4181
    @johnnyb4181 4 роки тому

    I'm in test drive now but how do I get to the next stage?

  • @cyprus401
    @cyprus401 4 роки тому +1

    Me and my ex were doing well. We were establishing a good connection. She’s with a new guy. I made the mistake of trying to flirt with her. She then blew up on me. Then today said “take the hint. I don’t love you. And don’t want you in my life” she acts like she cares. Then goes to total block mode. I just want to be there for her Incase he hurts her.

    • @dinomorell5163
      @dinomorell5163 4 роки тому +2

      You want want to be there for her for yourself.Back off & leave her alone,it's difficult but you need to leave her alone & work on yourself! Let her calm down on her own & have a chance to truly start missing you!

    • @cyprus401
      @cyprus401 4 роки тому +2

      Dino Morell everyone’s been saying that. And I haven’t listened. It’s clear to me now that if I did listen things wouldn’t be the way they are

    • @joeyfernandez9892
      @joeyfernandez9892 4 роки тому

      @@cyprus401 I felt that

    • @FOH45
      @FOH45 4 роки тому +1

      @@cyprus401 im going through mine now too, best thing is to actually value urself, dont do jealousy, just have urself up there, not below her, especially if she left u, then if she decides to come back its not just ok cool, she will have to jump through hoops to prove to u that its not all bullshit again

    • @jimmygee3219
      @jimmygee3219 4 роки тому +1

      Just go no contact, don’t be there for her. You’re being a safety crutch until she’s ready to move on. Clean break, work on yourself and let her miss you. Worst comes to worst you’ve spent a lot of time working on yourself and your confidence for the next one. Good luck man

  • @fives2710
    @fives2710 3 роки тому +1

    Stage 1 since 1 Month 3 Weeks?

  • @mariak9731
    @mariak9731 3 роки тому

    It's been a long time since we broke up. I moved to another country and previously I sent him some messages but I was barely getting a response. In December he was really rude with me, and in a rage explosion I told him he was a psycho.
    A few days ago I had a new about a friend and I don't know why, I texted him to tell him about the event. He responded a bit confused (regarding the last chat we had) but he kept the conversation (way better than I thought and answering really quick), he asked me if I was back in my home country and how was everything. At the end of our chat, I told him I was very sorry about how I treated him and he said: "don't worry, I know".
    I can't stop thinking on him, probably we'll never get back together, but I'm happy that I could tell him sorry and now I feel that the breakup wounds are healing. At the same time I can't stop thinking if he's letting a door open considering I'm going back to my country in 3 months.

    • @ugochimonica4557
      @ugochimonica4557 3 роки тому

      She is the best when it comes to recovery relationship

    • @ugochimonica4557
      @ugochimonica4557 3 роки тому

      M e s s a g e h e r n o w. V i a W h a t s A p p

    • @ugochimonica4557
      @ugochimonica4557 3 роки тому

      +1 (3 6 1) 2 0 1__3 0 6 4

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      This really works out for me
      I got my ex lover back within few days
      I can also help you out too
      Whatspp me to know how

    • @hussancharlse1368
      @hussancharlse1368 3 роки тому

      ✝15626005682⏯⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️
      I can't believe am with my love again