<human>: We dated throughout high school, got married a year after graduating, divorced a year later. Deep down we knew we weren't really meant for each other, but we're both stubborn and very much in love at the time. Our personalities were polar opposites, we slowly became emotionally and verbally abusive to each other, the love faded away.. in the end she eventually left me. I don't hold anything against her, I've made peace with the end of our relationship, and hope the best for her. 

I cut off all communication with her soon after she left me to help cope with the pain.. initially I wanted her back but over time I recognized that she wasn't the right person for me, and I was not the right person for her. I've very much accepted this.. but even now a year later I still think about the love we used to have. It doesn't feel unhealthy.. I don't get severely depressed over the thought like I used to.. but I still find it odd that the thought of her is still there. She's a different person now, as am I. I've had a couple of casual dates here and there, but for the most part I've been happy living life on my own. Are these thoughts normal? Do they go away eventually? I think about the memories we had, the intimacy, the laughter we shared, the fun we experienced.. but unlike before I don't get sad about it.. the thoughts are just there and I don't get any feelings from them.. they're just there. Could anyone provide a possible explanation? Maybe my love for her is still there.. though I'm glad the relationship is over and I appreciate the time we shared. Any input is greatly appreciated, thank you!

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<bot>: why do I still think about my ex-wife? it no longer hurts when I think about her but the thought is still there. Will it stop? Any advice on how?