Q&A
Breaking Up With Him
Question:
Things are plainly not working out between me and my boyfriend of 2 years. He says we just need more time, but I feel we should just move on and end the misery. What's the best way to end this relationship amicably?
Breaking up is hard to do, especially when one party doesn't want to let go. Before you declare "that's it", here are some things you should consider:
Take time to consider
Think this through for at least a week or two. Having gone through 2 years together means this has been more of a serious relationship than a casual date. So give yourself - and him - some time to cool your thoughts before you make up your mind.
Be clear and honest
When you have given yourself enough time to calmly sort things out, and you feel a break-up is still the way to go, be clear and honest about it.
Arrange a meeting so you can talk face-to-face, instead of simply avoiding his calls. Identify what you wanted or hoped for in a relationship that you're not getting in this one. Your partner deserves to know what went wrong, so do share your reasons and be honest with him.
Make sure your discussion is two-way, though; ask him for his input after you have spoken. Encourage him to say what's on his mind and answer any questions he may have. Be sure to let him have a chance to express himself. Otherwise, he may end up having hard feelings about you.
Good luck.
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