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Divorce may seem like the end of the line for most relationships. Following the court decree, two spouses may separate, if they haven't already, and start living independent lives.
But if you want your ex-spouse to come back for a second chance, there are some things you can do. Here are a few suggestions:
1. Put the past behind you. Stop dredging up old hurts and long-ago fights. If they've been resolved, there's no point in rehashing them. If they're still a sore point with you, decide whether you want to pursue a reconciliation if these issues are never addressed. Either way, it's time to focus on the present and emphasize the positive over the negative.
2. Substitute praise for complaints. Let your ex-spouse know all the things you like or admire but failed to mention before. For example, you may recall that he had a special way of making coffee for you first thing in the morning. Or she would often pack a little love note with the bag lunch that accompanied you to work. Look for nice things to say, and then find a special way to share them. Everyone enjoys praise and appreciation, and your ex will, too.
3. Reflect on the issues. See if you can boil down the problems to a few areas of involvement. If so, suggest to your ex that the two of you address one area at a time to try and resolve these. Ask for his or her input on how to deal with the situation. Be a good listener, and try that approach first. Showing trust and letting the other person offer a valid opinion is like medicine to a hurting relationship.
4. Find out where you went wrong. Although it may be that one person errs more than another in a marriage, there must be some things you love about your ex if you want to win him back. Think about the complaints that were made about you, or how you responded to certain situations. Then decide how you can do a better job. Tell your ex-mate what you are willing to change to make things work the second time around. Ask for feedback, too, and be ready to really listen to what the person says. See if it's something you can work on to improve your relationship, and take the first few steps to making things right by showing a willingness to change.
5. Make yourself desirable. Think back to the early days of your courtship and recall what attracted you then. Also remember the compliments you received and the qualities that your ex so much admired about you. Then do what you can to revive those characteristics, perhaps by adding a new twist. If your ex valued your spontaneity, call him up and ask for a date out of the blue. If he appreciated your ability to budget, let him know that you're saving more money than ever before. Let him see that you're just as wonderful as before, only better now.
There are several books on the market that emphasize ways of winning back a reluctant mate. Look for these resources at a library or bookstore, and be prepared to invest a little time and effort. Your reward might be spending the rest of your life with your original love. |
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