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Is it normal to still be in love with your ex?

Mostly.Normal for most people

Yes, it’s normal to still love your ex, even after a breakup. Feelings can take longer to fade than the relationship did, and they don’t automatically mean you should get back together.

Yes—feelings don’t switch off just because a relationship ended. You might miss the person, the closeness, or the future you imagined together, and it can take time for all of that to settle. Lots of people still feel love for an ex while also knowing the relationship wasn’t right for them.

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