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.

What do I do if I hooked up with my ex?

The Dos and Donts of Hooking Up with Your ExManage Your Expectations and His. Be Safe. Remind Yourself Why You Broke Up. Fall Back Into Old Communications Patterns. Talk About Things From the Past That Upset You or Hurt You. Be Self-Deprecating. Chat About New People Youve Been With. Expect to Ever Hear From Him Afterward.Nov 23, 2015