The reason an ex contacts you is their insecurities. They want to feel you're still attracted to them. They want to make sure you're not happier without them. It all comes down to the ego.

What does it mean when your ex messages you?

One of the apparent reasons your ex might be texting you could be that he or she is lonely. ... Your ex could have no one else to talk to and might be texting to you to fill his or her emotional void. Your ex may not want to come back and may not have romantic feelings for you.

What does it mean if my ex keeps texting me?

If an ex keeps texting you after a breakup, they most likely are having difficulties accepting the relationship is over. ... If your ex is texting you trying to fix things so you can get back together, they may be in the bargaining phase trying to negotiate themselves back into a relationship with you.