Cux answered Wednesday July 30 2008, 9:15 pm: Step 1
Think through your thoughts and feelings to clarify why you no longer want to be in a relationship with your boyfriend. This clarity will not only motivate you to follow your feelings, it will also give him a solid answer if he asks why you want to break up.
Step 2
Find a time when you can speak to your boyfriend, one on one. It is important to have this conversation face-to-face rather than by e-mail or over the phone if at all possible.
Step 3
Relax. A break up can be stressful, but doing the right thing can be a little difficult sometimes.
Step 4
Tell your boyfriend that you don't want to continue your relationship at it's current level. Explain why.
Step 5
Allow him to absorb the news and let everything sink in.
Step 6
Answer questions if he has them.
Step 7
Express your desire to maintain a friendship, but only do this if that is how you sincerely feel.
Step 8
Listen to his response. If he tries to convince you to stay with him, explain that you've thought the decision through and your decision is firm.
Step 9
Part ways when the conversation draws to an end, and all of his questions have been answered.
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