For example, you might say, “I’ve been feeling that our paths are not aligned anymore, and although I care about you deeply, I think it’s best for both of us to part ways.”
You could say, “I feel like I need some space to grow individually,” instead of “You’re holding me back.”
Focus on expressing your own feelings and decisions without pointing fingers. Instead of saying, “You never make time for us,” try framing it as, “I’ve felt lonely because our schedules haven’t been aligning.”
Phrases like, “I will always cherish the adventures we shared,” or “Our time together taught me a lot about what I want in life,” are ways to honor the relationship.
You might express this by saying, “I know this isn’t easy, and it’s not what we initially hoped for. I’m really sorry for any pain this decision causes.” Showing empathy can help soften the impact of the breakup and facilitate a more amicable separation.
"Ending the relationship will feel like a punch in the gut or a knife to their heart. They will experience, abandonment, fear, rejection, and anger all at the same time. Be patient and answer their questions. They may want to talk about it the next day or the next week. Be available for a few weeks to speak with them about what happened. This strategy will help them process what their new life will look like without you." — Marlena Cole | Professional Relationship Expert"
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