When you consider how to get your ex back, the main difficulty you face is that you cannot control how your ex feels or acts.
The only person you can control is yourself so focus on that.
BUT there are ways you can act and things you can say that secretly make your ex do the things you want.
I've included some tips below that will allow you to have more control on your ex partners thoughts and actions right now...
First off, if your ex was the one to break up the relationship then they probably expect you to pester them about getting back together.
In other words they think they have the power to control you ie if they decide to get back together with you you'll be ready to jump at their command.
If you want to get your ex back then give them as little attention as you're getting from them.
This will give you back some control and you won't come across as being a fall back option if other relationships don't work out.
Another tip is to make it clear that you would like to get your ex back but at the same time make it clear that you won't hang around for long.
This will make them realize that they don't have much time to get YOU back...
see you have turned the tables and now your ex will be thinking about you more often.
This means you've indirectly controlled what your ex is thinking.
If you've tried these methods then don't give up hope.
No matter how hopeless your situation seems most relationships can be salvaged you just need a solid plan.