Dating Breakup Etiquette

It is always difficult to breakup with someone whether it has been for six months or two years. A breakup normally results in one or both parties getting hurt. Since we are all human, egos as well as feelings get bruised.

If you decide that your partner is not working out for you, the worst thing is just to fade out. It may seem like the “kind” thing to do, but it can have lasting negative and painful consequences.

Another method of a dating breakup that is very popular is to tell someone that you are confused or just not sure what you want. This is used hoping to soften a breakup. This not only just prolongs the breakup but is hurtful and confusing for the person who is waiting for your decision.

Unless your partner is a confrontational or intimidating person, it is always advisable to sit down and explain that things are not working out. There is no reason to explain every detail or trait that might annoy you about your partner. However, honesty will be more kind to him or her as they start the repair their broken heart.

Fading out or just not calling someone again has become a popular way to rid oneself of someone who may not be a “perfect match”. At least a candid phone call to explain that it didn’t work out is necessary in order that there is not false hope or confusion as to what went wrong with the relationship.

Texting and emailing  a goodbye message have also become a breakup method of choice. This is a very insensitive and cowardly way to relieve someone of a person they no longer wish to date or deal with.  Again, there is a nicer and more ethical way to handle a breakup.

If you have invested months of your time and your partner’s in a relationship then take the time and effort to do the right thing when saying goodbye. Actions have consequences and one never realizes how insensitive ones can impact someone’s life.  In essence, DO the Right thing!