Why do exes keep reaching out?

A Part Of Them Misses You Even though your ex broke up with you, the reaching out is an indication theres a part of them that misses you – even if they dont say that in their message or call. What it doesnt necessarily mean, is that they want to get back together.

Is it normal for exes to hook up?

Its completely normal, and fairly common, for people to hook up with an ex lover because it feels physically familiar, according to therapist Matt Lundquist. At the same time, your interest in a hookup could also be coming from a place of grief and delay your healing.