Why would a man watch all of his exes social media stories if he’s in a new happy relationship?

[Anonymous]

Context: he’s been with someone new for around 6 months and posts her all over his social media so appears very happy.

[OddBeMe]

I think it’s the social media age and that won’t change. It’s a fine like of “cheating”. And something each couple will have to decide. But if you say stop and he doesn’t, end it.

[Asker]

It’s a fine line of cheating…what specifically do you mean by that? He’s following her because he still likes her or?

[OddBeMe]

Ehh he’s following her because he’s been doing that for years. Some see their social media presence as their lives and it’s hard to change. I wouldn’t necessarily call it cheating to still socialize with old gfs or bfs, like bikini pics etc.

That’s the fine line. He may not be wanting to romance his former gfs, just reminisce. But if it bothers you and he doesn’t stop, that’s a problem.

[Asker]

Why would he want to reminisce though? He likes and comments on her posts on occasions too, it seems more suppportive than flirty though (at least they I know of anyway).

[IAmAzzurra]

It doesn’t really mean anything. We watch stories because they are there.

If he’s in a relationship, it doesn’t matter anyway. If she’s all over his SM, he’s not trying to cheat on her or get out of his relationship

[Asker]

I’m not suggesting he is, that’s your own interpretation of it. I’m simply curious as to why men do this.

[Asker]

A lot of exes unfollow each other, I’d say that’s more common, so this spikes some curiosity.

[IAmAzzurra]

It depends on what terms they are on.
If there is no bitterness or hurt over the past, it’s easier to stay friends.
Of course there is curiosity. You want the best for each other

[Asker]

I think it’s a little more complex than that in all honesty. I meant I’m curious as to what the guys think on this situation.