Feeling awkward seeing your ex-boyfriend or girlfriend in public is natural. Unless you really have broken up on good terms and are okay with each other or hoping to see each other in future. But if your heartbroken up with your ex on bad terms, or really cheated or got cheated on, which awkward and painful to see each other face to face in public. One who knows how to handle this awkward meetup is really the one who has moved on and has made peace with the past.

There are various ways you can treat your ex when you meet her/him in public. Most of the time you up saying stupid things and making a scene in public.

Here are a few tips you can follow on what to do you when you meet your ex-girlfriend or boyfriend in public

  • Stay calm – One of the first and most important things you have to do is to come down and not make a scene. Do not over exaggerate on the past breakup. Appear as if you are calm, strong, independent and have made peace with your past and control your anger if any. Acting like a gentleman/lady in such a situation is preferable.
  • Keep the conversation short – It is totally fine to have a conversation with your ex however you want to. But if you think meeting them is bothering you then keep your conversations short. Do not talk anything personal for family-related. Just exchange a few words of greetings and have a smile and let go of the conversation shortly. The meeting should be as short as possible and not one of the highlights of the day.
  • Avoid recalling past memories – Avoid talking to them about the past happenings. Do not recall your mistakes for happy times which was spent together, because it might break the heart if they have not moved on. Respect the past and do not bring it in the conversation. If you have nothing to talk about, just greet each other and go your way.
  • Try to fill them up with your life updates – You can fill them up with your life updates after the breakup and ask them about their updates. Though, keep it short and do not ask too many questions just answer few I am your good to go. Do not try to flaunt about your life, keep it simple.

Follow these tips and you won’t have a difficult time dealing with such a situation. Don’t try to do anything unusual or extraordinary. Just be yourself and stay calm.