Buzz·Posted on 21 Aug 20169 Lessons I Learned From My Ex-BoyfriendsBecause every relationship is a learning curve – even the really crappy ones.by Vicki NotaroBuzzFeed ContributorLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. You can’t change a person. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 2. But people do change by themselves. View this photo on Instagram 3. Long distance is TOUGH. View this photo on Instagram 4. It’s so important to get on with their loved ones. View this photo on Instagram 5. Opposites can attract, but common interests are important. View this photo on Instagram 6. People you love can hurt you in ways you never imagined. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 7. Nobody is too good for you. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 8. Sometimes it’s far easier to end a relationship than you think. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 9. You don't have to stay friends. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF