How to End a Long Term Relationship

Ending a long-term relationship is hard on both people involved. There are years of feelings invested, which makes it a difficult relationship to end. However, sometimes the situation calls for a clean break; so it's important to know how to end a long-term relationship amicably. Read on to learn more.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Explain the reason why you want to end your long-term relationship. It's unfair to leave him wondering where he went wrong. But keep from playing the blame game. Be civil, not bitter.
2. Listen to what your partner has to say. Even though you're ending the relationship, give her a chance to speak her mind. You may learn some important things about yourself that could help you in future relationships.
3. Discuss the possibility of staying friends. There's obviously a connection between the two of you since you've been in a long-term relationship. It would be a shame to let all those years go to waste, so stay friends if possible. This is especially important when there are children involved.
4. Stick to your decision to split up. Many couples go through a cycle in which one minute they're together and the next minute they're not. This is unhealthy for everyone involved; so it's best to stay apart once you've decided to split--unless there's a special circumstance.