Unless they had an absolutely horrible relationship, most people try to get back together after a break up. Some even want to re-enter a completely unhealthy relationship. But some are lucky enough to walk away from a toxic relationship and never look back.

For the most part, relationships all follow the same path. When two people first meet, everything is great. It's new and wonderful. After a short period of time, things start to get routine and some of those little things that you overlooked before, suddenly annoy the hell out of you. After a while, when a couple gets to know each other well and are "comfortable" with each other, even little things can put a strain on the relationship. It takes some work and effort to keep the love alive.

Sometimes there's no avoiding a break up. If you've broken up and you're sure you want to get back together with your ex love, here are some basic tips you should follow.

Apologize. Although in your mind you may think that you have apologized enough, you may have to do it again. Just saying you're sorry isn't enough if they don't think you're sincere.

Apologizing for the right reason is paramount. If you've already broken up, then your apology will seem more sincere. Your ex will see that you are not just trying to stop a break up. Therefore making it easy for your ex to assume that your words are heart felt. Whatever you do, don't let your ex drag you into an argument at this point. That's the easiest way to erase everything that you've been working for up to now.

If your ex is at fault for the break up, forgive them. Even if the cause of the split was cheating, you must find a way to forgive them if you want them back. It may not be easy and you might need outside help, in the form of a book or some sort of counseling.