by Samantha Gardner

Created on: February 02, 2009

Breaking up is hard to do! How many times have you heard this line? There are several ways to go about breaking up with your significant other. First things first are you absolutely positive that you want to be single? Take some time to reflect on why you want to break up with your boyfriend or girlfriend so bad. If there are issues that can be worked out then why not keep fighting for your relationship? If it is to the point of not being fixable or repaired then you are on the right track.

How do you find the right words to end a relationship? The truth is there are no right words for breaking someones heart. There will be confusion, anger, and disappointment no matter how you end the relationship. Every relationship has a different dynamic because we are all different people. Do not let fear overtake what you are set out to do because fear can hold you back.

Now we all know that breaking up through a text or e-mail is kind of the easy way out. We don't have to deal with seeing that person react or freak out. You might as well break up with them face to face because you at least owe them that. The person still may not fully grasp why you are breaking up with them even if it is face to face. That is something to take into account. If you cannot get the nerve to do it in person that is your call.

Make sure to be honest with the person you are breaking up with because it will come back to you. I mean you don't have to tell them every nitty gritty detail or make them feel worthless. The person you break up with will usually still wonder "what if" or "maybe if i" because it is only natural to what what we cannot have. Honesty will make you feel better and hopefully will give them a sense of closure.

Timing is everything in a relationship. One day you and your ex could cross paths again and who knows what might happen. Breaking up with someone is something millions of people do everyday. There is no sure way to go about breaking up with your significant other. There are many factors to consider before calling it quits with that person. Are you ready to be single again and play the field? Are you independent enough to make it on your own? Will you get super jealous when you see your ex with their new lover? These questions vary from person to person because we all have different qualities and wants.

If you break up with this person it could open doors to newer and better things. You may find the love of your life and live happily ever after. You may be miserable for a while because you broke up with a really great person. Focus on what you want in life and follow your heart.

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