What most of the other sources say, "one-way texts", things that maintain a no pressure connection. What happens when you go no contact and your spouse never contacts you in any form for 6 months? Do you really think they are just going to wake up and start texting you? They have forgotten about you. I did, in two different relationships! Just seems like the rebuilding connection approach gives them a chance to see you improving, interested but not chasing, validating them, making you the safe harbor and rebuilding trust, reminding them of your good points and the attraction and love that was once there.
H:54 W:46 D:11 D:21 M:12 BD:1/15 In-house Separation 2/15 DB started 7/15, W sees consistency 9/15 Dropping the rope and having her leave 2/16, moves 5/16 Reconciliation 1/17 Obviously still struggling