A Reddit post from a New York woman describing repeated late-night calls from her ex-boyfriend has drawn widespread attention online after she said the situation was leaving her emotionally drained and unable to move on peacefully after their breakup. The story sparked concern across social media, with many users warning that the behavior could escalate beyond harassment if not addressed.
The post was shared in the popular Reddit community “mildlyinfuriating,” where it quickly gained major traction with nearly a thousand upvotes and hundreds of comments. Many users focused on how persistent the calls appeared to be, while others were alarmed by the New York woman’s description of feeling exhausted and overwhelmed by the repeated contact. The discussion spread further as screenshots of the post circulated across other social media platforms.
According to the post, the woman explained that her ex-boyfriend continued calling her late at night from different phone numbers after she stopped answering him. She said the calls were disrupting her sleep and getting through settings on her iPhone designed to block unknown callers. The woman also explained that she could not simply turn her phone off because she relies on it for alarms before early morning work shifts.
In an update added later, the woman thanked users for the support and advice they had given her. She said she planned to visit Verizon to ask about changing her phone number and was also considering filing a formal report once she gathered the necessary information. The woman later clarified that both she and her ex are 20 years old and said she ended the relationship because she was unhappy. She chose not to provide additional personal details about the breakup.
New York Reddit Post Sparks Online Concern
The situation led to a large discussion about harassment, stalking, and digital privacy after relationships end. Many commenters encouraged the woman to use phone features such as Do Not Disturb, silencing unknown callers, spam filters, or airplane mode to stop the calls from waking her overnight while still allowing alarms to work. Others explained how to adjust iPhone settings so only saved contacts could reach her during certain hours.
A number of users also recommended changing her number completely, while others advised her to keep records of every call in case the situation escalated. Several commenters said repeated unwanted contact from former partners can become serious if ignored.
“This is harassment. You should absolutely contact the police even if it is just to have an official report of the situation. These things can escalate and you want to have backing for a restraining order if it comes to that,” one user wrote.
Others shared personal experiences involving obsessive ex-partners, saying similar situations lasted months or even years. Some described former partners using apps that generate multiple phone numbers to get around blocks and spam filters. Several users warned that unwanted contact can escalate from repeated calls and texts to stalking or showing up in person.
Overall, the reaction remained largely supportive of the New York woman, with many users urging her to prioritize her safety, document the behavior, and take steps to regain control over her privacy and peace of mind.
