How the "No Contact" Rule Works

No direct communication: This means no phone calls, text messages, or direct messages on any platform.
No indirect contact: It also includes unfollowing or muting them on social media, avoiding places where you might "accidentally" run into them, and asking mutual friends not to provide updates about their life.
No response to their outreach: The rule requires ignoring any attempts they make to contact you, unless there is a true emergency involving shared responsibilities like children or finances.