Why i chose silence after his name-calling

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Yesterday, it finally happened. He contacted me with more of the same. 2 messages calling me names and no accountability. I remained silent. Didn't take the bait and moved on with my day.

Last updated on:2026-09-03T20:49:12+05:30

Comments (5)

Dudely123
Dudely123 2 wks ago

i've been there, and that silence takes SO much strength. i used to feel like i had to defend myself when my ex came back angry, then i realized every reply just pulled me back into the same mess.

PetroPPDX
PetroPPDX 2 wks ago

its been stirred since but I refuse to give it energy.

DripPop536
DripPop536 2 wks ago

He just wanted to get a rise out of you and see if he still had control. I hope I can get there at some point. Someone who cares for you and your well-being wont break yoi down that way.

Cultural1
Cultural1 2 wks ago

i'm proud of you for not taking the bait. honestly, keeping my distance was the only thing that gave me my peace back, because arguing with someone who won't take accountability just kept me stuck.

Contract2
Contract2 3 wks ago

when you stayed silent and went on with your day, did you feel relieved afterward, or did it still stir everything up inside?