Cross-Canceling Exes: A Relatable Relationship Phenomenon

In a short video posted on May 30th, 2025, Allie Kamps, a social media personality from Orange County, CA, sparked a conversation about relationship dynamics. Kamps describes the experience of "cross-canceling" ex-boyfriends, a phenomenon where a current positive relationship alters the perception of past ones. She states, "Now that I have a good one, it just makes me mentally feel like the other ones just weren't...that wasn't real." Her video, which has garnered over 700 views in less than 10 hours, resonated with many viewers who shared similar experiences in the comments. The video highlights the often overlooked emotional complexities of moving on from past relationships and finding a more fulfilling present.