The Instagram fallout of Taylor Swift's rumored breakup.

Taylor Swift's friends, including Gigi Hadid and Ryan Reynolds, have unfollowed Joe Alwyn on Instagram amid breakup rumors. Dating coach Damona Hoffman suggests unfollowing an ex to maintain distance and avoid emotional pain. However, publicly unfollowing an ex may create more discomfort than following them, so snoozing their posts is a good option. When it comes to unfollowing a friend's ex, experts say it's a good idea to wait until the relationship is fully over before unfollowing. Ultimately, it's important to focus on your own mental health and well-being when deciding whether to unfollow someone on social media.