· Take out the garbage
· Take car in for maintenance
· Break up with significant other
I can’t think of anything worse on my to-do list than ending a relationship. When the relationship heads south and
isn’t working anymore, someone has to end it. The truth is that many relationships last long beyond the “expire by”
date just because breaking up is hard to do.
Sometimes when a break up is dramatic, locks are changed, numbers changed, electronics are broken.
Other times, the relationship just starts to burn out until one of the partners says “its done.”
Is it possible to end a relationship son that neither party gets hurt?
You have to beclear on why you want to halt the romance. The first reason that jumps into your mind may not be the
real reason. Once you get clear, the next step in ending a relationship is to get honest. That means that in your
discussion with your partner that you are true to yourself and to them.
Make it a mutually convenient time for the breakup. In general, it is better to do it in person rather than over
the phone, but if distance is an issue in the relationship, you should do it sooner than wait for a time you can
get together.
You must be compassionate when ending a relationship. If you want to stay friends after the break up, you need to
conclude the romantic ties with love and compassion.
Don`t take the offensive with your partner. Talk about the things you’ve learned and the memories you will cherish
that have come from your love. Be present during the break up. Your partner may become very emotional during this
time. You need to respond to their needs.
When you end a relationship, try not to take anything personally. Your partner may say things they don’t really
mean. Let these words roll off of your back.
It may not be possible to end the relationship if your partner needs to meet with you more than once. Or, they may
need space. Give your ex what they need to get through the transition time.
Don`t let them make you feel guilty. You’re ready to begin a new segment in your life and it will not include a
romantic relationship with your ex. It is best if you retain a positive relationship of some sort with them, but if
you are ending the relationship for the right reasons, it is best for both of you.
Should you think about getting back together again? Does ending a relationship always mean “the end, close the
book?”
You are the only one that can make the decision. Virtually all relationships can be saved if certain conditions are
met. If you have the time and are willing to make the effort, you can get through this period as an even stronger
couple.
However, if you are determined to walk away, it’s best to end a relationship with a clean break and move on.
