7 tips for attending a wedding if your ex will also be there

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First things first: Get your facts in order before you go off the deep end worrying about what-if scenarios. Is your ex really going — or did you just happen to find out that both of you were invited?

How you find out the truth will depend largely on your specific situation, according to Primer Magazine — if you have a reasonably good relationship with your ex, you might be able to ask them directly.

It will be awkward — but remember, your ex is also a person with feelings, and like you, they probably also care about the couple who are getting married. Hopefully, your shared desire for a good wedding for that couple will make it easier for both you and your ex to help things go smoothly.

If you’re not on speaking terms with your ex, try to find out from mutual friends or family if they’re going — if they’re not, you can sit back and relax.