subject: I Want To Get My Ex Back –What Should I Do? [print this page] If you broke up with your ex because of something they did, are you sure you want to take them back? You would have to think it through to decide if you would take them back as they are or if they would need to make a change. Taking or getting your ex back could be setting yourself up for another break up if someone did not alter their behavior to avoid any past conflicts.