Getting over an ex is never easy, but luckily, there are ways to cope with the pain. Whether you lean into pettiness or prefer to stay above it, the people in these stories definitely took things up a notch — and you get to see it all unfold. Some of their moves are pretty harmless, while others will have you questioning how they even thought of them.
Wore This Around His Ex's New Man...
He showed up to a normal party, only to find his ex there—with her new boyfriend in tow. I can only imagine how he felt spotting that shirt.
Perfect Game For Your Ex
Someone discovered the ideal game to represent their ex and snapped a photo of it. I didn't even realize Monopoly had this edition—what a clever idea!
Take What You Want
Everything has to go at this garage sale—even the girlfriend—so feel free to take whatever you want. Even if it seems like it won't fit, grab it anyway and spare the poor guy some misery.
A Master At Photoshop
There are times when a little Photoshop knowledge comes in handy. These two guys took photos with their exes a decade ago, and one of them decided to "improve" them for the better.
His Ex Sent Him That Picture So He Responded...
Few things feel better than checking your wallet or bank account and finding more money than you thought. This guy had the ideal reaction to his ex trying to be playful.
That's One Way To Fix Things
Getting a tattoo of your significant other is rarely a smart move. Thankfully, this guy found a creative (and possibly controversial) way to cover it up.
He Found His Ex's Heart
Wow, how did he come across this exact replica of his ex's heart? The real mystery is how anyone could find something like this, because it looks incredibly authentic.
Making Sure He Gets His Wii Back...
I'm no expert at shipping items, but it looks like her ex will get his Wii back safe and sound. It'll take him some time to get it out of the packaging, but I know she felt good doing this.
Found A Picture Of His Ex
If you know what it's like having a boring partner, then this is hilarious. Also, since it's a sponge, that makes it even funnier for multiple reasons I won't get into right now...
Removing Your Ex In Style
With the help of Photoshop, you can change a lot of things. That includes changing who you stand next to in a past vacation photo, and this guy chose a burrito.
He Stole Her Toilet...
After breaking up with her boyfriend, she fell asleep and he packed his bags. Upon waking up, she found that he stole her toilet just like that. What in the world?
After Getting Cheated On...
Getting cheated on isn't fun at all. It leaves a sharp pain in you that you won't soon forget. This girl decided to send this card to her ex for Valentine's Day.
They Didn't Do A Prenup?
Here's one reason why signing a prenup is a good idea. Do you want your ex riding around the city telling everyone she has your car for keeps on her license plate?
Favorite Picture Of His Ex-Wife
Sure, we all have a favorite picture of our spouses, but once you end things, that photo changes. Seeing him or her faceplant in the water like this probably feels good.
Got His New Wife Printed On The Checks He Sends Alimony With
Whenever his ex gets his alimony payment, she has to see him with his new boo. This is a little dated, but it would be funnier if this is recent.
Halloween Costume Is His Ex...
The scariest thing this guy has ever known is his ex, so he dressed up as her for Halloween. How dirty did she do him to elicit this reaction from him?
A Passive-Aggresive Moment
Basically, this woman didn't want this beautiful item her ex gave to her a while back, so she sold it for cheap at a garage sale. He doesn't feel the pain in that, but she feels better.
What To Do When Paying For Your Ex's Glasses
He paid for them, so why can't he add a little flavor? I don't know if she's a loser or not, but he thinks she is, so he's probably the one with more pain.
Brilliant Cover Up
It looks like this man transformed the tattoo of his ex into her true form. Okay, I don't know what she did, but it was probably something evil if this is what he made her.
"Sorry Bro"
Sorry you had to find out this way. You were just trying to go to the bathroom as every normal human being does, but then you were ambushed with this news.
Don't Do The Crime If You Can't Do The Time
You probably didn't want your entire neighborhood knowing that you cheated on your wife, but she didn't want you to cheat on her in the first place, so you're stuck with the consequences.
She Must Still Want Him
Okay, did she have to go out of her way to get this sent to him? That's why he's smiling, because he knows this was pointless, and she probably still misses him.
A Postcard From The Ex
She had to let him know that her vacation was fun even without him present. You don't always need pettiness in your life, but sometimes it's a great stress-reliever.