You are in a relationship with someone that you are no longer romantically interested in. It's time to be honest.
Difficulty: Hard
Time Required: 60 minutes
Here's How:
- Get alone with him/her. Don't do this on the phone!
- Relax. You are doing the right thing...s/he needs to know the truth.
- Tell him/her that you feel this relationship on its current level needs to end.
- Give him/her some time to let it sink in.
- If s/he tries to convince you to give him/her another chance, listen to him/her.
- Tell him/her that you've made up your mind.
- Tell him/her at what level you would like to keep your relationship (acquaintences, never-seens, friends, etc).
- Listen to his/her response. Respect his/her feelings about this new level
- Let him/her go when s/he feels s/he needs to end the conversation.
Tips:
- Be honest. Although breakups can be really hard on relationships, honesty will salvage any possible future friendship.
- When you've realized that you are no longer interested in this person, let him/her know. Don't drag out a pointless relationship.
- Look at this like taking off a band-aid. Would you rather do it fast or slow? Which one hurts more?