Context:This is about me and an ex who broke up earlier this year. We ended up somewhat reconciling about two months ago and are now friends.As we’ve been talking again, I’ve realized I still have feelings for him. Seeing that he’s putting himself back out there has been making me sad because I feel like we have an amazing connection. However, I don’t think he wants to try again right now, if ever, due to how things ended and how I acted at times.He seems a bit emotionally detached, and lately I’ve been reflecting on my own behavior during the relationship. I’ve realized there were some bad habits I had and situations I could’ve handled better. I’m not putting all the blame on myself because he had some unhealthy habits too, but I can acknowledge my own part in things.With me feeling conflicted about the connection right now and recognizing some of the ways I need to grow, I’ve decided to take some time for myself to heal, work on myself, and detach a bit.My main goal is that, in my next relationship,whether it’s with him or someone new,I can show up as a healthier and better partner than I was before.But I’m hoping with time he may see me in a different light.

Interpretation: right now I think he’s relieved and He understands the need for distance and he’s accepting it.the connection will still matter to him through it. I feel that he will respect my boundaries and choice through this . I also feel that he has hope that we can both heal into something healthier

How is he gonna feel while I take some time to myself for a few weeks?