Believe it or not, break-ups DO get back together! It has happened to countless of couples every day and it could happen to you too. So stop moping and start paying attention. "What are the signs my ex wants me back?" you ask? Below are 18 signs that you should notice; it doesn't have to be all of them, but if your ex has done several of them, then it's good news for you.

1. They start communicating with you again on a regular basis, and they begin the communication. It may be emails, phone calls, texts or face-to-face meetings.

2. They somehow appear at places when you're there. Is it merely coincidence? Maybe not! They’re using every chance they can get to see you and talk to you.

3. You hear from friends that they’ve been asking about you. They’re most likely not just interested in an update on how their ex is doing.

4. They are not seeing anyone new. You might hear from friends that they have got no interest in getting back into the game.

5. Whenever you e-mail or text them, they reply to you instantly.

6. If you speak on the phone, they linger there after the conversation is pretty much over like they wish to talk more. And it’s you that has to finally say goodbye and hang up each time.

7. They appear to overreact emotionally, like they seem like they’ve got something on their mind.

8. When you see or talk to them, they act nice and generous, or maybe even a little bit flirtatious.

9. They take opportunities to touch you, like putting a hand on your shoulder when they’re talking to you.

10. They start using those old sweet nicknames again like baby, honey or darling.

11. In conversation, they repeat your name again and again, like it gives them a comfortable feeling simply to be saying your name.

12. Your ex has an interest in what’s going on in your life right now. They may ask you "how’s it going?" a lot, and they’re really enthusiastic about listening to what you have to say.

13. They ask you about who you’re hanging out with these days, and ask you about folks they don’t know, especially people of the opposite sex. What this means is they’re trying to figure out if you’re seeing anybody or not.

14. Whenever you speak with them, they tell you a lot about the things going on in their daily life; telling you little anecdotes of random things that happen to them.

15. They talk a lot about personal development, working things out, going to the gym along with other things they’re doing to improve and better themselves.

16. You notice that they’re striving to look good whenever both of you meet, maybe putting on some sharp new clothes or fresh colognes.

17. They start getting enthusiastic about things that you’re interested in. For instance, if you’re into puppies, they start talking about wanting a dog.

18. They like to talk with you about the future, and whenever they do, you’re included in that future.

These are the sure signs that your ex is trying to tell you something. They’re probably afraid to say outright "I want you back," so this is their way of letting you know. If you don't realize that, then it's your huge loss. When you see these signs, it means that the door is wide open. All you have to do is take their hand and step through.