how to handle running into ex 6 months later

[Foreverdumpee]

I found out through mutual friends that my most recent ex (we used to work together, 1 year relationship, 6 months NC, not over her yet, want her back) will be attending a concert/show I am going to in a few days and of course I can't help but think she is going because its possible that she might assume I'm likely going to be there. This is purely an assumption though, but she did dump her 4 month rebound several weeks ago. And the day of the show is literally the 6 month anniversary of the breakup, coincidence also? My coworker performs at concerts/shows and I took her to one of them earlier this year before the breakup, which adds to the mystery of why would she be going for any other reason? I just don't know how to handle "running into her" if that is what's going on or not? I could very well be over analyzing all of this, but I would like to prepare myself for all possibilities. So how have any of you handled running into an ex and kept composure with someone who dumped you? side note: I wasn't given a reason for the breakup

[melancholy123]

I think you are over analyzing this. If you see her, say hello and keep moving. You need to learn to let go and move on.

[Keyman]

So,m you have been NC for 6 months from a girl you were only with for a year and you are still hung up on her that you are thinking that she is purposely lining things up to send you a message?

 

Honestly, you are probably the last thing that she is thinking of, especially since she has been sleeping with someone else. IF you run into her, say Hi and kee walking.

[kctiger]

6 months after breaking up with my ex I literally couldn't have cared less about running into her. This is your life so stop acting like there is some premeditated reason you "may" run into each other. You've been watching too many chick flicks. If you do, say hi and move on. No big deal. Go to the concert and have fun, that's what you're there for. You really shouldn't give any cares to what she is doing or what concert she is attending.

[dave4443]

Honestly if you make eye contact give her a polite smile then stay with your mates and ignore her. if she speaks to you fair enough, but if not don't try. That polite smile and ignorance will get to her more than anything else you could do.

 

Plus try get out there and date on a side note, need to get your mind off her if she is with other people she's not worth torturing yourself over, easier said than done

[waitingGame]

My advice (after seeing my ex at a concert with rebound a month after BU) be prepared for the possibility that she might be there with a date. I would recommend grabbing a friend, if possible, to go with you to help distract you.

Whatever you do, please don't look for your ex. Seriously, walk into the room with your head high up and look past everyone. If you really want to believe that there's more to read into about her attending then surely she would come find you.

Whatever you do, have a good time and don't let the idea of your ex control the night.