If you love someone set it free, if it comes back it’s meant to be. Do you believe this?

[Anonymous]

Does anyone actually believe that saying? And why is it when you stop chasing someone, they start to chase you even when they weren’t interested before?

[MaazHussain]

The saying "if you love someone set it free, if it comes back it’s meant to be" can be interpreted in different ways. Some people believe that if someone truly loves you, they will always find their way back to you no matter what, while others believe that if a relationship is meant to be, it will happen naturally without any force or pressure.

As for why someone might start to chase you when you stop chasing them, there can be a variety of reasons. It's possible that they weren't really interested before but now they are starting to see you in a different light. It's also possible that they were taking you for granted and now they realize what they had. It's also possible that they just enjoy the thrill of the chase and are more interested in pursuing someone who is not actively pursuing them.

Ultimately, everyone is different and there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. Some people might believe in the saying and others might not, and some people might be more interested in pursuing someone who is not actively chasing them while others might prefer the opposite. It's important to listen to your own instincts and do what feels right for you.

[OlderAndWiser]

I try not to live my life according to bumper stickers and memes.

[melanieeeB]

Mhmm not so really and well if you stop chasing someone, who wasn't interested at first and then shows interest when you stop chasing... that just means that he realized he might lose his option and so he texts you back, to keep you warm but he is not into you!
If a man truly wants you, you will know without doubt and he will not let you slip away by poor communication etc

[Genie23]

Not really. That's how people take you for granted. If they aren't afraid of losing you and can go and come back whenever they please, it would make me wonder whether he ever loved me or cared about me/how I feel? If someone doesn't value you, it's better to let him go and never accept him back in your life.

[Pinay_ako]

No... if the past is calling, don’t pick up. It has nothing new to say.

[Heterosketero]

I will say this, if they ask for space, give them space. It is a sign you respect them even if it falls apart. It is also the hardest thing to do.

[Anemone978]

If they come back its just cuz what they wanted didn't want them...

[TheVigilantFox]

It’s “if you love someone set them free, if they come back it was meant to be”


And no as if they truly loved you they’d never have left.

[Daniela1982]

In some cases.

[Luopio27]

Never heard of a change of heart or second chance cases except in movies.


I have heard of exes getting back together. I have heard of girls trying to get guys fight over them.

[Coyote12]

And getting back with an ex almost never works out.

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

Agree. You don't have to chase, beg and convince someone to be with if they love you.

It's free and they will just desire to be with you.

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

*with you

[LiamJHayden]

Nope

[Shy_Steve]

I reckon it's a bit Clichè, But I think it's usually what happens when you set someone or something free.

[Mayo503]

It all depends on the two people….

and the way they are with each other… ?

[MadAndBankrupt]

Its set them free not it.

and I disagree

[bamesjond0069]

Stupid saying. It's moronic to ever get back with someone after you breakup.

[xoxosilentgirl]

set them free but not let them go

[LovingJo]

No. Not anymore.. however much I want to!! 😭

[BarryLiverstone]

Yes there is wisdom there.

[Asker]

Do you have any stories? Like where it worked

[BarryLiverstone]

Yes. Not specific examples but I find when I am free to live my life and not feeling trapped I am more likely to go for what I want

[Asker]

Very true!

[BarryLiverstone]

How would you feel if you were trapped?

[Asker]

Well I wouldn’t like it.. I guess I just really need to stop chasing this guy I like.

[BarryLiverstone]

Yep. I mean did you ask him out?

[Asker]

No I didn’t.. just more pushy for him to commit.. we have a baby together but he missed a year of her life.

[BarryLiverstone]

Ouch. Well in that case he’s her father and you gotta make sure he’s there for her. Yes stop chasing him for a romantic relationship but def make sure he’s a part of her life

[NostalgiaSenpi]

No. It's dumb..

[legalboxers]

heard this so many times

[noohair]

I can agree.

[jimmy2]

Yes I do