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Should I delete all pictures of my ex?

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Last Updated: 05/24/2022 at 12:07am
Should I delete all pictures of my ex?
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Anonymous
January 6th, 2016 9:57pm
That is really up to you. Personally I saved a few because I knew I would like to look back on my year or so with him. If you save them though make sure you don't constantly look at them because that can make the break up harder. You should do whatever is best for you though
supportiveNutella52
January 6th, 2016 11:56pm
When going through a break up it might seem the right thing to do. But if she is just someone you used to know and not really disturbing you it's fine, but if there in your head the whole time and you can't stop thinking about them, yes you should.
Anonymous
January 7th, 2016 1:02am
The only time you should delete your ex's pictures is when you truly feel ready. In my opinion, he may be an ex but when it's hard for you, take baby steps! Start by one picture and then another and each day you go higher. But another thing to think about is...are these memories you ACTUALLY do want to remember? If so, keep them!! Their but memories. It's truly all up to you and what the picture means to you.
Anonymous
January 7th, 2016 1:19am
It's advisable. You can make a folder and upload it somewhere you won't reach it too easy, so you won't get to look at the pics too often.
Anonymous
January 7th, 2016 1:24am
If you feel bad when you see them, you should do it. You shouldn't have to deal with something that hurts you
pandalistener06
January 7th, 2016 2:11am
If it well help you totally forget him or her, yes, please do yourself a favor. You don't want to torture yourself emotionally.
kianaranae0
January 7th, 2016 9:02pm
Yes, otherwise you will dwell on the past and your feelings for them. You should try to focus on something other than your ex when trying to get over them.
Anonymous
January 8th, 2016 3:38pm
Yes. . . . . . .
SmilingMeow
January 9th, 2016 10:41am
depends on you, personal opinion " delete it and if he/she doesn't care about you then why should you care about them ??
Anonymous
January 9th, 2016 11:29am
If this makes you depressed or angry or upset,then yes.But if you want to keep memories then no.But I think you should delete all of them..I mean he is your ex..
Anonymous
January 9th, 2016 1:53pm
If you think it will help you to move on, then you should. If keeping these pictures doesn't make you suffer, you can delete, but you don't have to.
Natureman
January 9th, 2016 4:23pm
No, you should delete most of her but keep some of the two of you, when you get older these become valuable memories which you will cherish, the experience you had with your ex made you who you are today
Anonymous
January 9th, 2016 9:40pm
Depends entirely how you feel about it. Do you want to do so? If this your happy memory of the good times with the person you once cared a lot, it could be just that. If you don't want to be reminded of this, you can just delete it. It all depends on how you feel.
GrowthMindset17
January 10th, 2016 3:40am
Yes ! Move on ! Having pictures of them will only remind you of the person. That is part of moving on. If not you might get tempted to look for them again.
sunshineMelody2530
February 17th, 2020 9:20am
It depends, if looking or seeing these pictures bring negative memories then perhaps deleting them would offer you some peace of mind; however, if you have positive memories of your time together then deleting them might be something one would regret. The choice is in your hands.
Anonymous
January 10th, 2016 2:08pm
it would be better if you do .. you don't want that mind of yours to get wild at night and give you bad ideas
Anonymous
January 10th, 2016 6:44pm
Yes! Those pictures will remind you of him and the time you spent with him. You must not forget the good times, those you must cherrish. But if you keep the pictures they will keep you from moving forward
Itwillallbeokayhun
January 10th, 2016 7:38pm
From my experience, it depends on what terms your relationship ended. If your relationship ended mutually and on good terms, I do not see the use in all of the effort towards deleting them. However, if this wasn't a mutual decision, having those photos sitting around reminding you about it, is the opposite of beneficial.
j1312
January 10th, 2016 8:13pm
Depends on you.. Deleting your ex images dosent matter try to get over that by taking and being normal even after seeing those images, if u feel beeter when u delete the images then do it, but I suggest u is get it over that by being normal even after seeing those try to get the positive energy after seeing those also, use the pain to achieve something high.
Anonymous
January 10th, 2016 11:16pm
no, keep the ones that still have some sort of sentimental value to you, because even though you feel like you will never be able to get over you ex, you will and in a few years time they will make you smile and become nostalgic
FightingDepression
January 13th, 2016 5:58am
It's better to do so if the experience was painful and hurting. Because looking at these images might remind you of your past and provoke negative feelings.
KoolKat007
January 13th, 2016 3:55pm
Yes you should and you should delete his number
Anonymous
January 14th, 2016 3:11am
Generally it can be helpful to cut all contact, as it allows people to move on quicker, also if you had a bad relationship with them then this is even more true.
Anonymous
January 14th, 2016 2:58pm
I think you should because if you keep them you will be reminded of the memories you had together. This will make you feel depressed.
handsomeapricot
January 16th, 2016 8:30am
If it helps give you closure and peace of mind, I think you should delete all the pictures of your ex, especially if you are seeking closure and can't seem to get your mind off him / her.
Anonymous
January 16th, 2016 9:29am
Most people do but you don't have to. If you he is part of memories that build your life I wouldn't. Even though you don't go out with him he still was a part of your life
Nagisa
January 20th, 2016 6:14pm
It depends how those pictures make you feel. If you want to keep some happy memories do it, but if it makes you miserable delete them.
alwaysbelieve8
January 21st, 2016 12:03am
Well if it does trigger you it's better delete them or maybe you can just save it somewhere and keep it in your shoe box ...In few years it won't haunt you ..but it will just be a memory. ..☺
Anonymous
March 26th, 2016 6:44am
It is up to you, once it is done you cannot undo it. Only you can decide that, but don't do it until you are ready,
notnovember12
March 26th, 2016 1:42pm
It's probably best if you still find yourself looking at those pictures and getting hurt It's also a good step to try and move on. Stay positive and open minded!