They're ignoring me: should I text?

Short answer

Step back

If someone is replying to others, active online, but not to you, more messages won't change it. Send one calm message at most, then step back. People who want to talk to you make time; silence is also an answer.

Why this happens

People ignore messages to avoid a hard conversation, when they're upset, or when they're losing interest. Chasing usually pushes them further away.

It depends on

Whether they're really ignoring you or just busy
Whether something happened between you
How long it's been

What you could send

Hey, I've noticed things have gone quiet. All good?
No pressure. I'm here if you want to talk.
(Or nothing: give it space.)

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