How to Respond Maturely When Someone Breaks Up With You

Updated on October 15, 2018

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Your (now ex) boyfriend just told you that it's over. Your relationship is ending. You're reeling. You feel hurt, angry, and confused. Maybe you saw it coming or maybe it's out of the blue. No matter what your situation is, it's definitely true that it sucks.

Soon you'll be alone and have some time to think things through, but right now, all you need to know is how to get through the next ten minutes.

How to Act When Someone Breaks Up With You

Tell yourself you'll be OK.

No matter what you feel like right now (and no matter what you actually believe), tell yourself that you're OK, that you're going to live through this, and that this isn't the end of the world. You can do it like a mantra in your head: "I'm OK, I'm OK, I'm OK, I'm OK." It's OK to lie to yourself right now.
Breathe.

Make sure you keep breathing. Focus on the air coming in and out of your nose. You could even count your breaths — keep them deep and even. This will help you stay calm.
Respect their decision.

Don't beg or plead for them to take you back or to change their mind. The more you beg, the worse you look, and the less likely you'll be able to salvage any kind of friendship.
Don't say too much.

In the heat of the moment, you're likely to say something that you will later regret. Keep your words to a minimum.
Don't try to force them to stay with you.

First of all, it won't work. Second of all, you can't make someone do something they don't want to do. Trying to get them to stay in the relationship, or even just to stay with you physically in the same room will only make you look desperate and it will make them want to leave even more.
Keep physical boundaries.

Don't try to get sexy with them (bad idea!) and don't let them get sexy with you. Kissing isn't going to make them change their mind, even if it might distract you both from what's happening for a little bit.
Don't interrupt them.

Let them say everything they want to say. After they're finished talking, ask them if there's anything else they'd like to mention. This shows that you are mature enough to let them have the floor.
If you want to, respond carefully.

If you need to, take a few moments to gather your thoughts to respond to what they've said. Remember that you cannot change their mind about the breakup, so in your response, simply try to give your point of view without blaming or insulting them. Keep it as positive and as short as possible. Another option is to say that you'd like to give your point of view but that you're feeling too overwhelmed to do it right now. Ask them if they'd be okay with having a conversation in a couple of days.
Keep your cool.
Don't get angry or defensive. If you feel like you're getting too emotional to where you can't think straight or you just want to scream at them, ask if you can continue the conversation later. Think about being the kind of person that they'll regret leaving — some crying is normal, but if you're yelling or screaming at them, or insulting them, it's unlikely that will make you look very good.
Be grateful (if possible.)

Right now, you're probably really hurt and angry so it may be hard to try to dig out a silver lining. If you can, though, try to thank them for the good times that you had together.
Say goodbye.

Hug them and say farewell. Then, once they leave and you get home, you can collapse on your bed and start bawling.
Forgive.

Eventually, find forgiveness for them in your heart. It's hard and it may even seem impossible right now, but holding a grudge against them will only hurt you in the end and keep you from having positive dating experiences.

14 Things to Say When Someone Breaks Up With You

This makes me really sad, but I respect your decision.
I'm grateful for everything that we had together and I wish you all the best.
I know we had problems and I thought we were working on them. I still think we could have a good future together, but I understand you don't see things the same way.
I'd be lying if I said I was totally okay with this. I think you're awesome. I want you to have a happy life. I hope I can still be a part of it somehow, even if we aren't together.
The truth is that I am sad now, but I'm going to be okay. I'm going to miss you.
I'm just trying to keep it together right now. I didn't see this coming and — if I'm being honest — it really hurts. But I can't make you do anything you don't want to do. I really care about you and if being with me doesn't make you happy, then I agree that we shouldn't be together.
We experienced so much together, and I'm grateful for what we had. I still care about you a lot and it will make me sad to see you go.
You're going to have to give me some time to think about this. Do you think we could talk in a couple of days?
This hurts so much. I'm not telling you that to make you feel bad. I'm just trying to be honest. I wish this weren't happening, but I accept that you have a different vision of the future.
I wish I were a part of your future, but I can't make you change your mind. I think it will be best if we don't talk to each other for a while, so before that happens, I just want to tell you one last time that I do love you and I want only the best things for your life.
I don't completely understand why, but I understand that you don't want to be together anymore, and that makes me really sad. I know I'm going to be okay but it hurts a lot right now.
I still care about you and I'm going to miss you.
I don't hate you, but right now I do feel hurt and angry. I hope you understand that I need some time alone. I hope that we can still be friends later on, but right now I don't know.
I didn't think that this would be happening. I wanted to stay together. But you don't feel the same way. I wish you all the best. Goodbye.

Breakups Suck, but You're Going to Be OK

Breakups hurt. Sometimes it's very difficult to know why your ex decided to end things. You may feel embarrassed, like you've lost your dignity. Or you might feel messed up, like your world is turned upside down. You might even be so confused that you feel useless. Now that your romantic relationship is over, what else is there?

People react differently during breakups. Generally the ones who get hit the hardest are those who are on the receiving end — especially when they didn't see it coming (and especially if it was a long-term relationship). That's not to say that people aren’t affected when they're the one that ends the relationship either. Especially if the relationship was very serious, usually the ones who break it off feel pretty bad about it too.

They definitely suck. But no matter what — you have a choice in how you respond to a breakup. Remember that you want to keep as much of your dignity as possible so you can hold your head high the next time you see your ex. You might be crumbling inside, but they don't have to know that.

It doesn't matter if you've gone through lots of breakups or if this is your first one — it's a good idea to be careful in your response. You'll only embarrass yourself if you act dramatically.

Also, if you have a meltdown during the breakup — no matter which side you are on — it'll take longer to heal, and there is almost no chance your ex will consider getting back together with you (if that is something that you want to do).

Here's some more detail on how you can best respond if someone is breaking up with you.

1. Pretend Like You're OK

Psychological studies have shown that acting like you're OK — doing things like smiling or staying calm — can actually help you feel better. Even though in the moment you may feel like you want to disappear, do your best to put on a brave face. At the very least, it will help you keep your dignity in front of the person who's dumping you.

2. Stay Calm. Breathe.

When we are in anxiety-producing situations, our body has the tendency to tense up. This may cause you to hold your breath, which makes you feel even more tense and emotional, and so on. Even though it may seem like you're going to lose control if you breathe, let it happen.

Focus on the feeling of breath coming in and out of your nose (a useful mindfulness technique), and taking deep breaths and counting them. This will help keep your feelings from spiraling out of control.

3. Respect Your Ex’s Decision

Accept and respect your ex's decision. Respecting the decision means you’ve heard what they've had to say and are not in denial about what is happening.

It is true that it hurts. You might cry and you will, in fact, feel hurt. What matters, however, is how you react. At first, you just need to listen and make sure your ex knows they have been heard.

4. Don't Talk Too Much

If you talk a lot, you might say things that you will regret later. Say only what you have to say, not everything that you want to say. You don't need to tell them everything that's on your mind or give them a piece of it.

You don't need to tell them how much you're hurting or if they're breaking your heart— they are no longer the person you tell everything. Don’t let them know how hurt you are. Let them see with their own eyes how strong you are by not allowing yourself to act irrationally or blab on about how much you're going to miss them.

5. Don’t Try to Force Them to Stay

Remember that you can't force things. Don’t try to force someone to stay in the relationship when they don't want to. You should respect the decision that has already been made, regardless of whether or not you think it's justified.

You can't force someone to love you when they no longer do. If they do agree to start dating again, do you think they'll love you the same? Or do you think you will always be in doubt, thinking they are just in the relationship because you begged them to be.

6. Don't Try to Get Physical With Them (Kissing Won't Change Their Mind)

Getting physical with your ex might seem like a good idea in the moment, especially because you'll probably be feeling pretty emotional and those feelings might demand an outlet. But . . . don't do it! It's unlikely that being physical with your ex will seem like a good idea in hindsight.

7. Don't Interrupt or Argue With Them

Let your ex say everything they need to say. Listen to them and try not to interrupt, even if you're feeling angry or if you feel like what they're saying is wrong. Listening patiently will leave a good last impression (which is what you want to leave them with). You'll also be able to be proud of yourself for keeping it together and letting them have their say.

8. Give Your Point of View Thoughtfully, Without Blaming or Insulting Them

If you launch into an attack on them after they've finished talking, you'll just come off looking bad. If you choose to respond to what they say to you (which is something that you don't necessarily need to do), do so thoughtfully.

Be honest and talk about how you feel and what you think — avoid statements that blame your ex or insult them. Try talking about your relationship from a 3rd-person's point of view. This may help you put things into perspective, both for yourself and for them.

9. Don’t Plead

Even if you feel like their decision to end things was unjustified, you shouldn't beg for another chance as if your life depends it. The best you can do is tell them why you disagree as reasonably as possible.

In the end, if they don't change their mind, you need to accept that the relationship is over. Don’t plead. It makes you seem needy and desperate.

You will not die if they leave you. Your world will not come to an end even if you love them very very much.

People break up and move on with their lives every day — even people who have much more at stake. It may not seem like it now, but you're going to be fine. Besides, there are plenty of guys out there for you to meet.

10. Be Grateful

Yes you heard correctly. Thank your ex for the time that you've had— even if the relationship is over for good and there is no hope of getting back together. Thank them for the good things that they offered and for the things that you learned with them.

This may feel impossible to do right away, and that's understandable. At some point, though, it will be best for you to figure out the things that you liked about your relationship. Remember that there was a reason you two were together in the first place. It didn't just happen randomly. Find and appreciate the good times.

Also, telling them that you're grateful for what you had makes you look really good. It shows that you have more in life to live for than the relationship, and that you're going to carry the good things forward with you as you move on.

11. Forgive Them

This might seem impossible at first and it might not happen right away. At some point, though, you'll need to forgive them. Holding onto a grudge — no matter how much you were wronged — only does you harm in the end.

Perhaps you've heard the comparison of how holding a grudge is like a person holding onto a hot coal in order to throw it at someone else. In the end, only the person holding onto the coal gets burned. Even though it may take time, you need to let your anger go. It will only harm you and will do nothing to them.

Why You Should Try to Keep Your Cool

When you respond positively to a breakup — as much as it hurts — it shows several things:

You show that you're not in denial about what's happening. It will show your ex that you are also capable of moving on and that you don't need them to survive.
Reacting well shows that you are able to handle yourself even if you are hurting. This shows maturity. Though there's nothing wrong with feeling sad (and in fact, you should take time to feel through the emotions of a breakup), behaving with dignity with your ex will help you feel stronger, and may even help you get over the breakup faster. It also makes you look good in front of them. The last thing you want is to come off looking pathetic.
Even though you feel hurt, the breakup will end on a good note and you'll earn your ex's respect.
You might surprise your ex. They'll wonder why you didn't react negatively, which is something many people expect. When you don't beg and plead for them back, you'll show them that you still have a life to live without them and that you're going to be fine.
You will not regret your actions or feel ashamed because of what you did and you'll feel good about yourself.

Things to Remember During a Breakup

Give yourself some time to think things through and time to sort out your thoughts regarding what happened. Maybe it was for your own good.
Not all relationships are meant to survive forever. There are many people out there that will be a good fit for you.
Things don't always go to plan. Hurt is inevitable. Sometimes there is nothing more that you could have done. Maybe you did everything you could have. Either way — the relationship is over now. Try not to spend too much time rehashing the past.
If you live in denial or stay angry, you'll only make it harder for yourself to recover. You'll be letting your ex live on in your life when neither of you deserve that. Let them go.
You probably know this already, but it doesn't hurt to repeat: do not contact your ex for at least two weeks. This gives you and your ex-boyfriend both some time to think and recover.

How to Respond If They Broke Up With You Over Text

Re-read the text message.

Let's be honest — you're probably going to do that a bunch anyways. It's OK to read (and re-read, and re-read, and re-read). But whatever you do, don't respond just yet.
Stay put.

Don't respond to the text yet and stay off social media!!! Do not vent there. The chance you'll say something that you regret later is pretty high. Instead . . .
Journal.

Write down all of your feelings and what you'd want to say to your ex if you could tell them anything in a journal or a paper letter and do not send it to them. This is just for you to vent. Honestly it will help.
Wait to respond.

Wait 24 hours until you're feeling a little more level-headed. If you're still so mad you just want to text them "I HOPE YOU DIE," wait a little longer.
Reach out.

Contact friend or family member ASAP and tell them what happened. Texting or calling is good, but it's even better if you hang out with them in person.
Respond carefully.

When you're ready, and you choose to respond (which you do not have to), you can text them back. Here are some options for what you could say:

"This makes me sad to hear. I wish we could have had this conversation in person. I am grateful for the times that we've shared and I wish you all the best."

"I don't agree with the way you've decided to end things but I'm not going to try to change your mind. Goodbye."

"This was really shocking for me to see. I know that breaking up is hard but I wish we could have done this in person. I think we could have had a good future, but I respect that you don't see things the same way. I wish you all the best."

"Really sad about this — hope you have a good life."
Be nice.

Even if you're faking it, it is important that you are polite to them because it shows them that, unlike them, you are not a loser. You are a mature adult who can have hard conversations.
Forgive them.

Then, start the slow process of forgiving them and moving on with your life. You have so much to give. You're an awesome girl and your ex doesn't deserve any more of your time.

How to Move On After a Breakup

Feel the feelings.

Let yourself be sad, angry, hurt, shocked, heartbroken. Don't try to suppress the emotions. They need to be felt and appreciated. They are real, and what you had was real. Listen to sad breakup songs, watch sad breakup movies (avoid romances!!), and watch raindrops on window panes.
Write it out.

Journaling is a great tool for you to better understand how you feel. Make a commitment to journal every day even if you don't feel like it and even if you just end up writing their name over and over again. Another helpful tool is writing letters to them (that you don't end up sending). It's a way to trick your mind into getting closure.
Remember the good times.

Even though you might be hurting right now — and even if it's better that you're broken up — don't forget that there were good things about your relationship. Don't let yourself become bitter. It will only hurt you in the end.
Let them go.

Ceremonies can be powerful tools to help recover from heartbreak. You could do something like write their name on a piece of paper and then say all of the things that you loved about them, and all the things that you hated about them. Then, you could (carefully!) burn the paper, symbolizing releasing them from your life. Or you could make up your own ceremony.
Give yourself space.

Hide their pictures and mementos (or give them to a friend for safekeeping — sometimes they're nice to have later on and you'll regret destroying them). Unfriend, unfollow, and block them from social media. Do it. You do not need to know what's happening in their lives. Do not call them, text them, email them, "bump" into them, or otherwise try to contact them for as long as you need to (many people say 30 days). You don't have to just ghost either — you could tell them that you need some space from them for a while and that you'll reach out when you're ready (if you want to).
Instead, reach out to friends and family.

Hang out with your pals and with the people that love you. They want to support you and help you through this, especially right at the beginning. Let yourself lean on their shoulders.
Take care of yourself.

You've probably heard this a million times, but that's because it's true. Get enough sleep (8 hours every night!), eat good food (avoid chips, ice cream, candy — anything high carb or high fat), don't try to use alcohol or drugs to make yourself feel better (being sad and hungover is horrible), exercise (there are so many great workout videos on YouTube — try something gentle like yoga), and go outside! (walking is great). Even if you want to curl up and die, your body still needs you to take care of it. You might not feel like it, but just go through the motions at first and trust that eventually you will feel better. You could also try meditating — start with just one minute and try to work your way up to 10 minutes, adding one minute every day. This will help you learn how to sit with your emotions and tune into what your body is feeling.
Make new memories.

Invite your friends to do something new together. Go on a trip. Read a new book. Go to a concert. Try a new hobby or get back into an old one. Making new memories will help you get started on a new life without your ex. Also, try volunteering or doing something nice for a friend or family member — a great way to forget about how miserable you are is by helping others.
Forgive your ex.

In time, find a place in your heart to forgive your ex. Remember that, like you, they are just human and just trying to do the best they can. Whether or not you think they were in the right for breaking up with you, what has happened has happened, and the only thing you can do is appreciate what you had together and move forward into the future.
Forgive yourself.

Maybe you're mad at yourself for not seeing the breakup coming, for not trying hard enough, for hurting them, or for making the same relationship mistakes that you've made before. No matter what — you need to forgive yourself too. Take what you can from this past relationship and learn from it. Know that you are also imperfect and just trying to do your best. You should know that you deserve wonderful relationships full of love, and that you are capable of achieving them.

You Will Get Through This

As hard as breakups are and as much as they suck, you are going to make it through.

Good luck and stay strong.

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Questions & Answers

Question:
I was in a nine-month relationship, but we broke up. It is hard for me to move on with all of the memories of the relationship. What should I do?
Answer:
You should cease any communication with your ex if you're trying to make any contact with him. By not communicating with your ex, you'll allow the healing process to begin. As you continue to exercise No Contact Rule the images of your ex and the relationship will no longer bother you - they will fade away. You should engage in activities that will distract you from thinking about your ex but don't become too busy. I have written several articles on what a partner should do after a breakup so as to be able to move on. A breakup can incapacitate somebody making it hard for that person to move on or confused on what to do.
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My boyfriend broke up with me because I sent him a message saying he hurt me when he didn't call me on my birthday. He sent me a text wishing me a happy birthday and told me we would talk later but he didn't call. He broke up with me via text message because I sent him a text telling him how I felt. Was I wrong to do this?
Answer:
It is well-known that women feel hurt when their significant ones or husbands don't wish them a happy birthday. Were you wrong in letting him know how you felt when he didn't wish you a happy birthday? You weren't wrong. He should have apologized and wished you a happy birthday. However, out of anger after letting him know how you felt, he dumped you through a text. That is not a mature manner of solving such an issue in a relationship.

In relationships, a partner may hurt his/her partner directly or indirectly. Thus, it is proper to let your partner know he hurt you by not doing something which means a lot to you.
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Question:
I have been in a 20-year relationship. My boyfriend broke up with me through text that contained insulting or abusive words. How should I react and reply?
Answer:
From your description, it appears your boyfriend has ended the relationship because you have prioritized your family above him. However, he has gone to such an extreme in insulting you in such a manner considering you've been in the relationship for 20 years.

Don't respond in anger nor use abusive words as a retaliation or to give him a piece of your mind. Let him know you've pondered on his text the reason you've taken time in responding. Let him know even though you're in a relationship, you can't ignore your family as they are part of your life as he is.

I know you're hurting considering how long you've been together. However, for him to throw such insulting words at you shows he lacks respect for you. If you would like to get back with him or not, let him know you'll accept his proposal that you won't call or text him. It will be hard to restrain yourself from contacting him but in time you'll get used to it.

Don't write a long text. Be brief. Tell him even though he has insulted you, you won't retaliate in anger or insult him. If he doesn't want to be with you it's alright. In time you'll find your foot though your enjoyed your time together. Wish him all the best and thank him for the things you shared together.
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He broke up with me the previous year without reason. Two months after that he came back and we fixed things and six months down the line he broke things off again without reason, says he doesn't feel the same way. I told him I respect his decision. I asked him if he wasn't happy. I also suggested that we do not talk for a period of time just for me to be okay. Was my response graceful or not?
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It was graceful, polite,...
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I've been dating a guy for six months, even we talked about the future together. He had even introduced me to his kids (widower) but out of the blue, he dumps me saying he likes me a lot but not feeling it. It hurts. Not understanding why. Do I dare to hope he will come back?
Answer:
No, you shouldn't keep that...
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I was in an 8-year-long relationship but my boyfriend says he needs freedom and wants to talk with other girls. So what should I do?
Answer:
Time to pack and go i.e leave the relationship. It shows he doesn't respect you as his girlfriend. The fact he says he wants freedom indicates you are obstructing him from talking to other girls. He wants to flirt with girls however he wants while still in a relationship with you.

Once a person commits in a relationship, there are some things he needs to stop doing. He is no longer single with no strings attached. But, the fact is that he considers you as a jail whereby he can't breathe or move.

If your boyfriend lacks respect for who you are in his life, then why bother to continue in the relationship with him? Let him know you no longer want anything to do with him - the relationship is over. You should settle with a man who respects you and understands that some things or behaviors need to be done away once committed in a relationship.

He might have been a nice guy and you've been in the relationship for long; but remember people change and they develop a different perspective pertaining to relationship.

I hope you will find your feet and move on. Don't cling to the fact he is still the nice guy you knew.
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Question:
I took pictures in under clothes and bra and sent it to my boyfriend. He broke up with me. What should I do?
Answer:
Your boyfriend might have felt repulsed by sending a half-naked picture of you to him. He should have told you about it instead of breaking up with you.

Send him a text or call him (if he'll pick up the call) and tell him you didn't know he was repelled to such kind of a photo. Apologize. If he doesn't respond or responds negatively, cease any contact with him for two weeks.

If he doesn't respond during no contact or you contact him after two weeks but doesn't respond or responds negatively; you'll have to give up the relationship. It will be time to move on because it might be there's a deeper reason he broke up with you and not necessarily because you sent him such a photo.
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My boyfriend and I have been dating for a while now. His ex suddenly turned up pregnant and he has been mute for days. What can I do to make our relationship work?
Answer:
Your boyfriend might be in a confusion state, not knowing which side to lean or he might have decided to side with the ex who is pregnant with his child.

If you pester him with calls and messages it will only infuriate him increasing his dislike of you. Even visiting him might just make him loathe you. You might not know what he is thinking. The best you can do is to send him a text letting him know you love him and want to spend your life and his together. Let him know even in the situation he is in, you still love him. End the text with that you will give him the space he needs because he has decided to remain silent towards you.

Also, you need time to think things through. You should not contact him for some days to give both of you time to reflect on your relationship. If he decides to side with his pregnant ex, there is nothing you can do because he has made up his mind to raise the child together with his mother.

After some time of not contacting him, you will know what next to do - call or text him or continue with no contact or move on with your life.
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My boyfriend and I broke up due to religion. He converted to our religion but he did not like our beliefs. And now he broke up with me because he couldn't take it any further and just left me alone. It sucks. I am devastated. He keeps telling me he loves me but religion can't compare his love for me that's why he's letting me go. It hurts as I thought we had a good future together and now it's all crushed dreams. What do I do now that he's broken up with me?
Answer:
Individuals who profess a certain religious belief always put religion ahead of everything as voiced in the holy books. Thus, it is difficult for a relationship to continue existing when both partners hold different beliefs. The relationship or marriage will be faced with religious issues to the extent of affecting the children. Thus, it is proper for one partner to convert his/her religious beliefs to the beliefs of his/her significant other.

In your case, it is difficult for your relationship to survive as he has made it clear he doesn't like the religion you profess. The step you can undertake now is to exercise No Contact Rule. I have written an article on that topic. This is where you cease any contact with your boyfriend unless you cannot avoid it. This is to aid you in lessening the pain you feel in your heart, to enable you to reflect in your already failed relationship and to get hold of yourself. You decide how long you should not contact him but a month is good. At the end of the no-contact period, you have to let him know, as he has already told you, that the relationship between the two of you can't continue because he does not want to convert to yours and you don't want to convert to his. It's hard a decision or step to undertake but it's the only plausible one.

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My boyfriend of over 2 years broke up with me over the phone and he wanted to be friends. What do I do?
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You can't be instant friends...
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My boyfriend texted me and told me that he wanted time to find himself and he still likes me. He said he hopes to continue what we had in the future but I feel like he’s just trying not to hurt me. Does he still like me or is he just trying to make me feel better?
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He wants you to feel better. He doesn't want to hurt you. Like I stated before don't count on the future because you don't know how the future will be like. He might like you but does he love you?
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She just broke up with me. We have been through this process on and off - getting back together then breaking up. But this time it wasn't a mutual decision. I feel as if it came from nowhere but she still wants us to be friends like we were before, only this time I don't think I can do that anymore. What do I say to her?
Answer:
You have realized that if you allow yourselves to be platonic friends you'll end up in the same game, an on and off relationship game. Let her know it won't be a good idea to be platonic friends. If it happens so you'll be wasting each other time as the two of you would end up together then break up. Thus, you should stop communicating with each other. You should cease communication because it's evident you were never meant to be together. While friendship is a good thing - returning to the state of friendship before you began dating - it is different now. It will bring back the memories and it will be hard to move on. In the months to come, the feelings for each other will have died thus you'll become casual friends since that is what you are meant to be. But, if you become platonic friends you'll be hurting each other and wasting each other's time.
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My girlfriend promises me that she will never come back to me, but I want her back. What have I to do to get her back?
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First, you have to know the...
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My boyfriend broke up with me. I know I made terrible mistakes. I was too harsh on him. And yet I found out he's chatting with someone before our breakup. What should I do? Should I give him space or should I win him back? How will I know if there's still a chance that will be together again?
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In relationships, we need to accommodate each others' mistakes because we are not perfect. Thus, we should forgive each other and give each other another chance. However, when a partner isn't willing or doesn't bother to correct his/her mistakes, it is usually wise to bring the relationship to an end because it will no longer be a thriving and healthy relationship.

The fact you found out he was chatting with someone in a manner that wasn't normal, then he was being unfaithful to you. In such a situation, when a partner realizes her boyfriend is cheating on her, she might not react positively. Thus, the reason you were harsh on him.

What you need to do now is to give him space. Not only him but also yourself. Why not send him a message that you are terribly sorry for how you reacted and you want this to come to an end. Let him know you love him and you will be waiting for him. Then, exercise no contact rule - do not communicate with him for a minimum of two weeks as it will give him the space he needs. After more than 2 weeks you can decide what next move to take as you will have reflected on the relationship. For instance, if he does not respond during the silent period you may call him. When you do so he may have cooled down which is a good indicator the relationship will be renewed.

If he responds during the silent period it is a good indicator he wants to continue with the relationship.
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I was in a relationship with my girlfriend for five years before she broke up with me through a text. What should I do?
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If you haven't responded,...
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Is it wise to send a goodbye note after he ends a 5-month old relationship?
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Yes, it is wise. This is for...
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He says he no longer loves me or feels any love for me anymore and has asked me not to hold onto the relationship. What should I do after my boyfriend told me he no longer loves me?
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I apologize for taking long in responding. It is evident he no longer has any feelings for you. I am not sure what contributed to this but it is difficult to get him to love you in the same manner he used to love you before the feelings for you began fading away. The best you can do is to exercise No Contact Rule. You should cease no contact with him for a certain period. I have written a topic on that subject. The benefits of exercising no contact are to enable you to heal from the pain you're experiencing, to enable you to reflect on the relationship and to assist you in staying strong. At the end of the no-contact period, you'll have a clear picture whether it's worth trying to get him back or you should move on with your life without him. Although it's evident there is no use in trying to make the relationship work or to make you love the same way he used to, it is important to exercise no contact for your own well-being.
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I dated a guy, and later on, he cheated on me. I got hurt but I didn't say anything. My reaction was so severe or negative at that time because I was very angry. He said it was over. I was stressed for five months while he was busy in a relationship with his new love. Now he wants us to meet. He even comes to my home. What should I do because all I feel is pain when I see him?
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First thing, he was rude to you by dumping you when you found out he was unfaithful in the relationship. Now that the relationship with his new love did not go well, he has come back and visits you to show you are still the one he loves.

Yes, you love him, but you need to take it slow. You need time to heal and to ponder or think things through. Would you want to continue in the relationship with a man who dumped you for another woman? Are you strong enough to continue in the relationship?

You need to stop seeing each other. You should stop communicating with him unless it's an emergency. You need to stop him from visiting you at your home or tell him to cease visiting you. This means you need to exercise no contact rule. When there is no communication between the two of you, it will allow the healing process to begin. You cannot get back in the previous relationship while still in pain. It will lead to more heartbreaks. You need time to heal and to be strong to stand on your two feet. Also, you need to know whether it is sensible to get back with him or forget about him and move on with your life.

Thus let him know you do not want to communicate with him for some time and the two of you should stop seeing each other for some time. If he asks why, tell him to think things through, to ponder and to heal from the wound he inflicted in your heart and to find the strength to move on. At the end of the no-contact period, a month is preferable, you would know which direction to head to, and the pain will have lessened.
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I am in a long distance relationship. I am a Filipina and he is Italian. We became friends for half a year before we met in person. He came here for 2 weeks and we had a great time together. After getting back to his place, we are still in contact for 5 months, but as time passes by it seems that he's breaking up with me because of the distance. How do I react?
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I don't know if both of you are financially stable or in your case because it seems from the relationship, you're the one who has to go to Italy to stay with him permanently. If both of you are not financially stable, it might be hard for him to be patient enough to wait till the time you'll be together.

The best you can do is to tell him that both of you need to work out on how you can be together e.g find out how much it costs to travel to his country, the cost of gaining a visa and so on.

However, if it appears it will be difficult to be together very soon then you'll have to accept the relationship is over. This is because he has already given up the patience to wait for how long it takes for the two of you to be together. If it's the case, you'll have to let him know that you truly loved him but because the distance has made him break up with you there's nothing you can do but accept the fact though it hurts a lot.

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What should I do? My boyfriend dumped me after 8 months of being in a relationship, 4 days before my birthday, and 2 weeks before sitting for my state Exams license. I was depressed and failed exams licensees. I tried to move on. I haven't heard much from him for 5 weeks and now he texts me and asks how I’m doing. What should I do and what are his motives?
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I'm sorry to hear you failed...
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Two weeks after he broke up with me, I sat down and thought about everything, and I then gave him a call and told him that I am grateful for all the wonderful times we had. He treated me right during the period we dated, it was just his leaving that I don't agree with. I respect it, yes. My question is, was I weak to give him a call and thank him? Did I do the right thing?
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You did the right thing. You...
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What if my boyfriend broke up with me and calls me a slut or mean names and is a jerk to me?
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You just leave him alone. You stop any communication with him. That is not a guy to be in relationship with if he can't act maturely considering he ended the relationship. His lack of controlling his tongue clearly paints a picture of how the relationship was like. Move on.
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My boyfriend broke up with me through text and said he wanted time to find himself and he hopes to continue our relationship in a year or so. He said he still likes me but does he?
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Let us emphasize his words: "He likes you." Like doesn't translate to love. He just likes you because of a quality you possess which attracts you to him not that he loves you because he loves you.

Another thing, for someone to end a relationship through text shows how he despises or treats you with contempt. He should have approached you and told you so unless he lives hundreds of miles from where you stay or reside. If it is not the case, you cannot count on his love for you existing in his heart.

Lastly, don't wait patiently for a year or so for him to come back from when he 'paused' the relationship, though it's not the case since he 'stopped' it, and continue from where you left. During that period he will have changed his mind not to continue in the relationship or the relationship might end up in another breakup. Is the reason he gave for the breakup really the true reason why he ended the relationship? A year or so is a long time to wait for someone who you don't know the real reason why ended the relationship. You don't even know if the relationship will survive or he will not change his mind to engage in a relationship with another lady. Move on from the breakup. Stop thinking about him.
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I was in a relationship of 5 years having lived together for a year. She broke up with me 5 days ago after I caught her twice meeting up with her ex. In both instances, she apologized promising not to repeat again but despite wanting her back badly she broke up with me. My family never liked her and I know that I don't ever want her back but I still crave for her every day. How can I erase memories of her from my mind?
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It is good you have decided not to chase after her. It would be futile for you would be hurting yourself in the long run. Her breaking up with you is for your own good even though it hurts.

Erasing her memory from your mind in an instant is not possible. However, if you want to heal and recover from the relationship you have to be determined and disciplined.

First, delete her numbers from your phone and block her on your social media accounts. This will prevent you from giving in to the urge to want to send her text or look at her posts or photos.

Secondly, tear apart and burn her photos. They are no longer of any use to you. They will always remind you of her. This includes any possession of hers that you have. You can decide to return them to her, store away or get rid of them.

Engage in activities that will keep you from thinking about her. You shouldn't be busy, but activities such as hobbies do help a lot.

Don't listen to sad songs and when you begin thinking about her, snap out of it. Always tell yourself she is no longer yours. Stop as soon as possible replaying the good times you shared or thinking about the relationship.

Don't hate or hold a grudge against her anymore. Don't hate her and forgive her.

I have written articles on how to heal and recover from a relationship and things you should never do after a breakup.
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My boyfriend impregnated another woman. I was devasted, but I said I still love him and I’m willing to support him having to support another woman’s baby. He also said he loves me more but he feels guilty and sorry for the other woman and the baby in her womb. He decided to break up with me. I feel like I need to fight for this relationship. What should I do or say to him?
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It is a lost battle. Consider the fact that he is expecting a new-born baby. He will be a father. It means a lot to him if he loves you more than the other woman he would have supported them financially while staying in the relationship with you. Again, he is already a family man.

If you want to support him in supporting his expectant girlfriend is to tell him that you love him and it hurts that he has left you for another woman. Let him know you will assist him in supporting the woman and the child. Do not plead.

But as I said before, it will be difficult to get him back. There is nothing you can do to convince him apart from showing him how much you love him, how you had envisioned the two of you together till death, and you enjoy your relationship with him.
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My fiance broke up with me accusing me of being promiscuous. He went on to say he has found a 22-year old girl and said she has fresh p***. I'm 31 & he's 42. After that he despised me. He even called me an off layer. He said I have loose p***. I became furious and said filthy things. He said I crossed the line. He gave me faults, yet he started it. What can I do next?
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I would advise to stop any...
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I can’t seem to let go after being broken up with. We both live in the same apartment, and our lease ends in about seven months. What should I do?
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You have to let go. You have...
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My girlfriend broke up with me while we were in a long distance relationship. Is it okay if I ask her to meet me for the last time? Or it will just make things complicated?
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It depends on your lady,...
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I was in a one-year relationship. His parents, as well as mine, knew it, but he broke up with me. I still miss him and stalk his account and talk to his family. What should I do?
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While I may not know the...
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My boyfriend has suddenly stopped responding to my calls and messages and tells me he’s “feeling down." Despite me voicing my support and help if he needs it, he still continues to be distant. I feel like he is going to break up with me or at least wants to but is avoiding the whole situation and ignoring me instead. How can I move on if he’s not going to formally say or do something and should I hold out hope he will be mature and break up instead of leaving me in the dark?
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Exercising the no contact rule is the best option in aiding you to move on. Some people exercise silence; not sending/calling or responding to the texts or calls, otherwise known as "the cold shoulder" as a means of ending a relationship. That is what your boyfriend is trying to accomplish by being 'distant.'

You can hold on the hope he will be mature to break up with you but for how long?

The following is a tactic I used in two different situations when my girlfriends exercised cold shoulder. I stopped communicating with them for a month. In any case, it was a waste of time as they did not bother or find the need to reply to my texts. After a month, I texted them with the question of whether the relationship was over or not. They replied on the same day I sent the text that the relationship said was over, and they were seeing another man.

After a month of not communicating with your ex, ask him if he wants to break up with you then he should say so because that is what you feel and you will accept that decision. Another thing, if during the no-contact period he does not converse with you then he does not want to break up with you in a mature manner. He wants you to know what his silence implies.

While you might ask him now whether he is thinking of breaking up with you, the probability of getting a Yes answer is difficult. Wait after a month of not communicating with him because he does not want to talk to you why bother to talk back to him. The no-contact period will assist you in gaining the strength which will enable you to move on.

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We have been in a relationship for about a week, and he just texted me to say that he is no longer interested. Right now I am madly in love with him. What should I do?
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For your boyfriend to have...
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My boyfriend broke up with me after I heard he was cheating on me. He said he wants to break up because he wants me to be happy and doesn't want to see me crying, but I think there is more to it. It still hurts because I sacrificed a lot for him. I don't think I can get through the pain. What else can I do?
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You can get through the pain....
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My boyfriend of five and a half years and I have decided to split. He wants to grow with me, but he says my actions don't show that. I have been in therapy for over a year. He complains about everything (from raising my daughter to lack of respect for him). He'll be moving out in about a month. How do I behave or react while we are still in the same living quarters?
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You should try to be the best...
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My boyfriend of 16 months broke up with me (he was my first boyfriend ever). He said he needed time and space. For the past week I’ve been hoping he’ll come back to me. What do I do?
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You should not wait hoping...
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I was in a relationship for six years, and five months ago he shifted to another city. He has changed. He broke up with me saying that he needs peace. How should I react to it?
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Firstly, you have noticed he has changed. Secondly, there must be something that has led to the sudden change. Thirdly, you don't know whether what he is saying is true. However, the change you've noticed is enough to sound the warning bells.

He wants peace the reason he broke up with you. You should give him what he wants. Don't contact him. You'll only be hurting yourself if you intend to try to get him back. It's time to move on. It's the best remedy.

You've been in a relationship for a lengthy period. It might be hard to want to move on. But you've to. You can't trust him with your heart anymore.
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My boyfriend broke up with me because I asked him if he was cheating on me as I had found evidence but couldn't tell him that. Now he’s not talking to me telling me it’s my fault. I regret this and pay for it eventually. What should I do?
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First thing, you did what was right. If you hadn't raised the issue would you have wanted to stay with a man who is continuously cheating on you but you're afraid to tell him so because you don't want the relationship to break up? Don't you see it would affect you negatively?

For him to dump you because you asked in a kind manner shows the level of respect he has for you and how much he loves you. Who knows, don't you think maybe he would have dumped you later?

Yes, you love him but think how the relationship would be staying in it with someone who is unfaithful.

You should stop any communication with him for one to two weeks. If he doesn't respond within that period, then you'll know he wasn't really in love with you. During this period work on yourself and reflect on the relationship. If he doesn't contact you make up your mind to either contact him or not. I would advise you not to and to move on with your life.
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Things are not the same at all. I don’t know if it’s because of what recently happened, but I can’t see us being like we were before. Everything just seems messed up. I don’t think it’s timing. I think we both grew out of love. I don’t know if we were both accommodative in love or it was fate. I wouldn’t personally call it lust. But things are different, and this is what’s on my mind. What should I do?
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There might be various factors that have led to what your relationship is currently going through. It might just be one or several of them. It might be that you grew out of love.

In the current situation you're in I would advise you to stop any communication with your partner. Let your partner know you need time to be alone with your thoughts thus you shouldn't communicate with each other until you feel there is a reason to do so. When you don't communicate with your partner, it will afford you time to reflect on the relationship without letting emotions assist you in analyzing the relationship.

It is difficult to think clearly if you're still in contact with your partner. You need ample time, not one or two weeks but preferably a month. You will have cooled down, in control of your emotions and able to analyze the relationship soberly.

At the end of no contact rule or when you feel you should cease remaining silent, you will have known whether there is a chance of reviving the relationship or move on.

But from the way I see it, there is no point of reviving the relationship as it will not be in its former glory. In any case, it is better to exercise no contact rule for a minimum of one month.
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I've been with my boyfriend for almost five years. I’m pregnant. I did everything for him whatever he needed. We were just fine until 3 weeks ago; he left me for another woman. What should I do?
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In the situation you're in you need to remind him he has to own up in taking care of the pregnancy, that is, provide for you and the unborn child. It is evident he no longer has any feelings for you despite having done everything for him. He has used you all this time, and now since you're pregnant he has run away from the relationship.

If you're trying to get him back, it isn't wise. Even if he returns his heart won't be in the relationship.

I suggest you let him know he has to provide for your needs in the stage you're in and throughout the child's life. If you feel right with this idea, you can take the case to court if he refuses to own up to it. It is your right and that of the child.

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Our first relationship kicked off yesterday, but he has broken up with me through a text. What should I do? Should I love him again or forget him?
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This is quite sad. You love him and you were excited when your relationship with him kicked off yesterday. But, today he broke up with you. There might be a reason why he has dumped you, but I consider it barbaric or harsh to dump you at a very short period. He has wasted your time and love you had for him. You would have better directed it somewhere.

You do still love him. You would want to continue in the relationship, but, he no longer deserves your love. Forget him because he has treated you like trash. You have your dignity, maintain it. Do not plead with him nor have any hope of getting together. It is clear he considers you of no value to him. Move on, and you will find a man who loves you not one who after a day he considers you of no value to him.

You will get along well.
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I was in a six-month relationship and we broke up because I was so mad at him when he went out with his friends on club nights. He said he couldn't do it anymore, I'm too young for serious relationship. What should I do?
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You should take some time to...
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I was in an 8-day relationship (I know it's not long at all) but he is literally telling his friends to gang up on me and this other guy (we are just friends) and he dumped me via instagram messages. What should I do?
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That's a very short time for...
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My boyfriend broke up with me because he is jealous when I talk to other boys. What should I do?
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Don't contact your boyfriend for a week or so to give him time to cool down. During this period also consider whether you will continue in the relationship with him. Since he feels jealous when you talk to other boys, would you want to continue in the relationship with him and stop talking to other boys? Of course it cannot work that way.

After a period of no contact, when you have reflected on the above, you will have come to an answer on what to do next. It might be you want to continue in the relationship, contact him and tell him to stop being jealous, or move on. If you decide to continue in the relationship, you need to sit down with him and talk about the jealousy issue. Remember it will affect you negatively and the relationship if it exists negatively in the relationship.
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My boyfriend broke up with me over text out of the blue; he said he suddenly didn't feel the same. It hurt me but I was calm and emotionless, and it started to freak him out. I told him I was fine and that everything is okay. He thinks I might be depressed and suicidal. Should I have shown more emotion?
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No. That was just fine and...
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My boyfriend broke up with me the day after we confessed that we liked each other. We were texting "I love you" all night. Then the next morning, he said it's over. What do I say?
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Tell him you don't understand...
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My boyfriend of 2.5 years just decided to break up with me. We have also been friends for 23 years so it’s not an easy situation. During the break up he was shouting mean things being verbally abusive. What should I do? I still love him.
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Exercise no contact rule. Don't contact him for a period of time. It will aid in reducing the tension, help in settling the mind and reflecting on the relationship. By the end of no contact, you should have known whether you want to continue with him or move on.

But to reach a point where he verbally abuses him, I wouldn't recommend you continue in the relationship with him. This is a case of a man soothing his ego. It is evident if you reunite another breakup is bound to happen if he doesn't correct his attitude.

During the no-contact period reflect on the relationship. After ending the NC rule you should have known which road to head to - go back or move on. Think carefully.
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What do I do when my ex starts smoking?
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You should approach the subject in a polite manner. Let him know you don't like the fact he is smoking or let him know how you feel about it. If he begins objecting, don't engage in a fight or in arguing about it. Just let him know as a matter of fact. If he continues smoking, let him know if he continues to smoke you'll get out of the relationship. If he doesn't call the shots - get out of the relationship.
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She told me to decide on my perception. What should I do?
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You should ask her to give...
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She is lying to me again and again because her ex's boyfriend is her cousin's brother. So what should I do now?
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Despite the description you've provided, you should stop contacting her. It is unfair that she has to keep on lying to you because of that. It is unhealthy and you will always get hurt because of her unfaithfulness.

She has to make up her mind who she loves or wants to stick with; not standing with her one feet stepping on you and the other feet on her ex.

Initiate no contact and make the decision to move on with your life. You can decide to stop contacting her or end the relationship. The lies have become too much to tolerate and I don't think your relationship will survive to the end. Better move on with your life.
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I have been seeing a guy for 2 months. When I told him I wanted things to be more serious and that we should be official, he basically said he never wanted a relationship in the first place. I don't know what I should do because he has led me on and used me this whole time. What should I do?
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It's sad how your boyfriend has used you. You should distance yourself from him by cutting any form of communication with him. Don't call, text or communicate with him online. You should go cold-turkey away. He doesn't deserve you for the way he has treated you. If he tries to communicate with you ignore him. If he persists tell him you want time alone to settle your mind. After not contacting him, in your case, for two weeks send him a text you're moving on with your life. Let him know you loved him but he used you and took your love for granted. He should have told you that he doesn't want to be in a relationship. Thank him for everything including using you.

Don't get back at him. Move on with your life. It is hurting but by not communicating with him for 2 weeks you will allow the healing process to begin which will enable you to gain the strength to move on. During this period don't engage in thinking about him and the good things you shared. Act as if you have never known that person.
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Alianess Benny Njuguna
3 days ago from Kenya
@Francis, you have to move on and forget about your ex. She had promised not to cheat on you but went ahead when her friend suggested another man and she didn't mind not telling her friend she's you as her boyfriend.
Forget about how. Stop any communication with her and move on. She doesn't mind you're her boyfriend thus it shows if you were still in the relationship and she got a good man, she would have dumped you.
I have written an article in how to heal and recover from a breakup. You might want to read it.
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Alianess Benny Njuguna
3 days ago from Kenya
@Sally, you should not allow to be friends. You cannot move from instant lovers to instant friends. As long as you remain friends, you will always be thinking about the relationship and your boyfriends and wishing/dreaming/fantasizing you were still in the relationship. You should be casual friends but not for the time being. Until you've healed, recovered and moved on that's when you can become friends but not close friends.
Cease any communication if you're still communicating. Don't plead for a reunion. Take your time to sort out your thoughts, to reflect on the relationship, to initiate the healing process and to gain the peace of mind and strength to move on. After two weeks or a month of not communicating with him, wish him all the best and tell him you can't be friends for now. It will have to wait till you move on.
Don't plead with him for a reunion. Do check an article I wrote on how to heal and recover from a breakup.
Sally
3 days ago
My boyfriend of over 2 years broke up with me over the phone. Ive never had someone do this to me and dont know how to take it. He said he wanted to be friends
francis
6 days ago
My girlfriend cheated on me with someone and she promised she won't again but she has a friend who has influence on her and has pushed to date someone else since my Girlfriend never told her friend she had a boyfriend.. I refused answering her calls and texted her I know about what she is planning to do. After few days I felt bad and wanted to apologies so I asked her if she had moved on and she said yes ... now am very hurting and heart broken because I really deeply love her.. what do I do now
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Alianess Benny Njuguna
2 weeks ago from Kenya
Hi Lauren. It will hurt a lot when you work at the same place but live separately. If you've tried but she still insists on separation, you will have to respect her decision. Consider this, she wants a separation but you insist till she accepts. Do you think the relationship will remain vibrant or lively?
The relationship will be filled with newer problems and constant fights because of the reason that led to her decision on separation.
You will have to accept her decision. I believe it will work for good for the two of you. You will need it as much as her. You will still meet at work place. However, you should begin treating her as a friend not a lover. Only greetings and talking matters related to work. It will be hard meeting constantly with someone you love but is not in your arms. Maybe, during the separation something good may come out of it - reunite or move on with your life. The separation will afford you time to reflect a lot of things about the relationship. No contacting her in anyway unless when greeting or talking about work assignment.
Lauren
2 weeks ago
i have been in 2years relationship we are living together, she go to vacation when she came back after 28 days she change a lot like i dont know whats happened and what is the reason why she want a separation. its very hard for me because until now we are living in a same room same work still together but there's a lot of changes. what should i do?
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Alianess Benny Njuguna
2 months ago from Kenya
There are various things you can do instead of relying on sleeping pills and wine.
Always reaffirm to yourself the relationship is over, you need to work out on how to get over it. Next time you feel like taking pills or drink wine, ask yourself why you're depending on these which aren't making the situation better. When you feel the need to use them to comfort or relieve yourself, resolve not to take the pills or drink wine.
Don't try to contact your ex or converse with him in any form. Connect with your family and friends by spending time with them. Whenever an image of your ex pops up in your mind, snap out of it.
Do the things you love doing and promise yourself you will not destroy yourself because you have a life to live.
PS: I have written several articles on how to heal and recover from a relationship, things you should and should not do after a breakup.
Katelyn
2 months ago
I can't cope with the pain of my break up. Can't eat or sleep, I feel depressed. Can't sleep without the sleeping pills or wine. And to make things worse I think I’m getting addicted to them. How can I make myself feel better and sleep better?
Kitkat
2 months ago
Wat should i do if he just says he doesnt feel the same, then says we can just be friends, but ignores me imedietly after? we broke up a few months ago and m deleting some fles and found our pictures, im crying lol right now. And he hasnt talked to me since our breakup, even told me how weird i am in one point when i was with my friends. He doesnt talk to me andwhenever i arrive to my friends and hes there, he just stops talking or just leaves. Im hurt! and crying, and i dont know wat to do!
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Alianess Benny Njuguna
2 months ago from Kenya
It is so sad he blames you for everything when the fact is a relationship is not one-sided. You have described how the relationship is like and how he blames you for things which aren't true. You have committed into the relationship and have gone as far as to provide economically.
At this time you need to settle your mind, let peace reign in your heart and mind. You are hurting and the one you thought was your husband is now saying bad about you. I recommend you cease communicating with him. Do not contact him in any form so as to allow the healing process to begin and find the strength to move on. By not contacting him you will be able to reflect on the relationship clearly and it will help you to heal and recover from the breakup.
It is time to move on with your life. That would be my advice. You will find a better man whom you will work out in a relationship because no one is perfect.
NB: I have an arricle about No Contact rule.
Help
2 months ago
My bf broke up with me and told he he was no longer happy and he wanted freedom. We have both made mistakes in the past and we have been working towards a better us but now he blames me for everything, he tells me I’m insecure that I should love myself that I don’t let him breat, which are all lies I let him have his space and hang out with friends all the time. He is currently in law school and give him as much time and space to study. I honestly thought he was going to be my husband. I helped him economically with everything and I feel like now since he is getting a loan he wants to put me on the side leave and have his fun. While breaking up with me he said horrible things about my self esteem and how everything was my fault and I needed to change.
Idk what to think about all this
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
2 months ago from Kenya
You did stand your ground by not accepting his proposal of a polygamous family which is good. It is evident he wants it which will only create more problems in the relationship. By sleeping with your friend shows he does not respect you and you are blocking him from satisfying what he desires.
If you have tried to talk to him after he called quits but you feel he is not responding positively then you should cease any contact with him. During this period reflect whether you should move on with your life or try once to tell him you do love him but do not want a polygamous family. A month of no contact will help. After this period approach him. If he does not respond positively decide to move on. It is better to remain single than being in such a relationship.
Boe
2 months ago
My husband of 4 years broke up with me because i dont want polygamy,the problem is that i agreed at first but then we have tried dating 2 girls and it was hard and whenever i told him he would stop or brush it off for a month to say he doesnt need it he was only teasing...another reason i no longer want it is because he has cheated and also slept with my friend i dont he deserves more women but today he called it quits
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
3 months ago from Kenya
You have to ponder why your ex is thinking you are cheating on him. Maybe it is how you talk with your or his male friends. Re-evaluate how you act or speak in various settings or situation and see whether they are the reasons your boyfriend thinks you are cheating on him; and try to work on changing such behaviors or atttitudes if they are not good.
Set a day and approach him. Tell him, not emotionally, that you are not unfaithful towards him. Do not plead or beg. Do not engage in war of words that what you are saying is the truth. State as a matter of fact. Let him know how much he is hurting you by stating what is not a fact - an action that you are not doing because you have committed yourself in the relationship. After the end of conversation do not try to justify any other time you are not faithful again. It is up to him to make his mind to believe or not.
maliyah
3 months ago
my boyfriend thinks im cheating on him but im not he told my best friend that is going to break up with me what do i do
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
3 months ago from Kenya
Some reasons that lead to break ups aren't usually justified because they are not reasonable as is in your case.
If you have tried to talk to him about it but he doesn't respond or offer a positive response there are two things left:
1) Compose a text about your relationship with him as you have indicated here and how you don't want to be apart from him and how much he means to you. Also let him know about his jealousy which is unfounded as you love him unconditionally. Additionally if you feel strong to say this why not tell him if it is jealousy that has led to him considering breaking up with you, it is not a mature manner of arriving at such a decision because it translates to mistrust. If he considers ending the relationship because of such a decision, you will not push on. You will accept the decision because there is nothing else you can try to convince him how much you love him or there is nothing between you and one of the boys and that he means a lot to you. It will be difficult to say it but there is nothing more you can do though it will hurt the more when you tell him so. Let him know it will hurt a lot when he makes his decision to dump you because of his jealousy.
2) If he does not respond or doesn't offer the required response, cease communication, that is, exercise no contact rule. It will give both of you time to consider various things about the relationship and the two of you. It will hurt a lot when you are not communicating with him. It is what he has asked of you. During the silence he might respond or not. You should exercise no contact rule for a minimum of 2 weeks. He might respond positively or break up with you during the silence period. But, the silence will afford you the opportunity to think about the relationship and come up with a decision of what to do next.
Help
3 months ago
i have been with this person in 6 years now. he is my everything, I can't describe how close we are. I really mean it when I say I have found the one, and no-one will love me like he does. the problem is that I invited boys to my birthday party. he have not talked to me in 3 days all he says is that he just need time to think if we are going to break up. someone please tell me what to do, I seriously can't live without him. im writing this crying. I don't know what to do pleas help. I just can't handle this anymore. he is the one who im gonna marry. I didn't know that he is going to end this because of this stupid jealousy.
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
3 months ago from Kenya
Samuel, in the age we are living financial instability is one of the major causes of relationship breakups and divorces. You have been in a relationship for long and it does hurt especially considering she ended the relationship because you're no longer financially stable.
A partner might be wasting his/her time in a relationship if one partner is not committed in the relationship or has no vision as regards to the relationship. For your lady to dump because of money issue, it is evident she didn't have true love for you. While financial stability is important in a relationship, just because now you're not doing well financially is the reason for her to end the relationship.
I was in the same boat. Those are years wasted considering also she doesn't know what she wants in life and in the relationship. You've to do without her. Possibly, you'll get one who will stick with you through thick and thin.
Samuel How
3 months ago
My ex just broke up with me last month(we have been in a long term relationship for 3 years 8 months).. she feels that we are not meant to be together and feels that our future will be difficult due to financial issue(a friend of mine loaned money from me for a period of time from last year, up till now havent do any repayment to me yet).. i tried to explain to her this can be fixed.. she even told me money can be earned back for the next few years.. she said it cant be fixed anymore.. she dont want to continue this relationship anymore, she is tired and wish to be alone.. she said we are not young anymore, im 32 years old while she is 28years old, she wish to stop wasting each other time.. she dont see herself being happy in the future if she hang on to this relationship.. she dont have feelings for me and this relationship anymore.. she said that she still wanna find what she want to have in her life.. commitment is not the only thing she want actually.. she wanted to explore things that she never explore before..
John
4 months ago
Once a girl I barely knew tried to "break up" with me and I laughed and told her we were never together to begin with! She started crying and wanted to know why I wouldn't fight for her. That made me laugh even harder and I had to tell her she needed to get over herself.
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
4 months ago from Kenya
In order to move on you've to accept you did hurt her. After admitting to yourself you did hurt her, you need to forgive yourself for that act and ask her for forgiveness. Asking her to forgive you is not so as to reconcile but to have peace of mind, both for you and her.
You need to give her time to recollect herself as she's made clear she'll be ready the following year. Thus, reduce communication with her. Let your conversations, if it's impossible to avoid, be on a basic level.
Engage yourself in activities that will keep your mind off from thinking about her. It might be a good idea to unfriend her from your online social network.
Lastly, be grateful for being in a relationship with her. Appreciate her and try to improve your personality to become a better you.
Ben
4 months ago
I lost my girlfriend, before I ready this, I lost my temper, and took it out on her, after that she told me she just needed to focus on school this year, and next year she would be ready, now I've ruined my relationship with her, and now I'm done for, and I can't move on, it's to hard, I need help
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
4 months ago from Kenya
Neils, it is a fact no one man or woman can romantically love two people equally. It is not the same as brotherly love. Between the two of you, she was loving one person more than the other. She said it was you but from your description, it is evident she loves the other man more than you. This is evident in the change of her attitude towards you. She feels you were the cause of the breakup between her and her boyfriend.
For now you need to take things slowly. What do I mean? She's having some feelings for him and you, and the fact is you cannot share a lady with another man. You need to take a break from the relationship. You're feeling pain resulting from the betrayal and the fact she's not yet over that man.
Let her know you need a break from the relationship. You need time away from the relationship to heal your wounded heart and settle your mind. You need time away from her to think clearly about the relationship without letting emotions dictate what to think.
when the pain has subsided you'll know whether to get back with her or not.
But, for someone to engage in another relationship with another person while she is still in a relationship with someone is lack of respect and shows that love is lacking. Blaming you for the breaking up with her other boyfriend evidenced by her changed attitude towards you is 'an insult to injury.' I would not want to continue in the relationship anymore.
Neils Henry
4 months ago
Am in a relationship and both of us loves each other. I personally have never think of cheating on her but all the times, I kept telling her more about relationship and they way i want us to take it... I asked her if she have any side boo, she always told me no. Am the only one.
When i came to realized that this girl has been dating with another guy without my knowledge, told her that he will marry her but she said she is not ready for that and still he keeps on prestring her, the very day i know, it was actually sad for me because i have never expect such from her because i love her from my heart.
Now She's staying and still going out with both of us but she loves me the more, she later told me what was happening between her and the other guy and she promised to breakup him, after two days she told me she have brokenup with him but her attitude have change towards me. This is the lady i trusted and now am going through sadness, hurt, paining heartatche.. My decision right now is to quit, Please i need your advice..
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
5 months ago from Kenya
I understand what you are going through Ali. I have been there. It's hard to articulate in words what you're going through.
The best you can do for now is to exercise no contact rule, that is, don't talk to her until you've healed. It's good you've deleted the social app. You should try not to think about her. Concentrate on your work and read articles that encourage you. Don't read articles on how to get her back because it will make things worse. If you like listening to songs, don't listen to sad songs.
When you no longer feel the pain and the thoughts of her no longer run in your mind, you'll which direction to head to. Cool things down and time will tell which ultimate decision will take as regards to your girlfriend.
F. E. Ali
5 months ago
I dont know what to write because everything i did in reaction is in sheer contradiction with what you have suggested in this article.
Two months have been passed and im still bowing to her and trying to convince her to stay with me. Even yesterday, i tried alot to talk but no response from her side, although she was online. Then i deleted the social app on which i used to talk to her frequently and sat back, had some weed and slept. Im in abroad and i dont know what to do in such situation. Idont know what has happened to me, she is all over my nerves and heart and i really miss her every where. right now im at job but still trying to console myself with her thoughts and different articles. But now after reading your article, i have decided that i wont try to talk no matter how worse my situation is. I wish i could hold these decisions for longer time as i have made same decision hundreds of times in past two months, and failed badly.
I think my talk here doesnt make any sense at all and im failing miserably to convey what i really want to speak but i dont know, i cant explain whats happening with me
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
5 months ago from Kenya
I am sorry to hear about that Rafael. For now it will be better if you don't contact her because it will aggravate matters. Wait until the matter has cooled down.
Rafael
5 months ago
This is such a great advice here. I wish I had read this two weeks ago, before responding to her breakup message. I did not reply in anger, I wanted to take the pressure off of her by expressing my understanding and that I am more the oldschool face-to-face type in these situations. And that oldschool comment caused her to get totally mad at me, as her intention was to let me know in advance should we see each other again. That comment from my side ruined it completely, as I (unintentionally) attacked her way of communicating the breakup. In her first breakup message she suggested if we could reduce it all a bit (.e.g. no intimacy and stuff), but after my response she was so hurt about my reaction in what was her last message, explaining that she just had good intentions in letting me know before we see each other again, she did not want to slap the news right across my face.
Now I haven't heard from her since 10 days and I fear I won't ever see her again. I feel shattered, we were dating for 2 months and we had such a great connection and now it is all gone. I so much wish I had replied authentically, by expressing my sadness about her message, that I had such a great time with her, respect her decision and wish her all the best. Just like it is suggested above.
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
6 months ago from Kenya
You're welcomed Francis
Francis
6 months ago
this is all that I needed Thank you very much
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
6 months ago from Kenya
Thank you Annie Roberts
Debra Roberts
6 months ago from Ohio
This is beautifully done. I love the layout!
Holly H
6 months ago
I love you right now! I am very grateful to you for knowing exactly what I need to read right now.
These are amazing:
You have so much to give. You're an awesome girl and your ex doesn't deserve any more of your time.
And: You should know that you deserve wonderful relationships full of love, and that you are capable of achieving them.
Thank you, thank you, thank you.
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
6 months ago from Kenya
You are welcome Cathy
cathy
6 months ago
thanks for the advice its so helpful for me
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
8 months ago from Kenya
You are right Sajid. If someone breaks up with us it means that person was never meant to be our permanent partner.
Sajid Balawar
8 months ago from Karachi Pakistan
very lucrative. if someone is breaking up with us, it mean someone better is send from God for us.
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
12 months ago from Kenya
At Alex, "Even if he says sorry nothings gonna change...." Don't allow it again if it keeps on repeating itself. It is a good decision you've undertaken to bring it to a stop. Don't allow to be treated like a doormat.
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
12 months ago from Kenya
It is true, Jim, to love someone who doesn't love you is gut wrenching. It is painful, as I have felt it when my ex-girlfriend told a friend of mine she never loved me. She said it was her friend who forced her to love me - mind me, she did in fact love me. However, the pain never lasts if you'll take positive steps to ensure you heal from the breakup.
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
12 months ago from Kenya
My sympathy, Joanna. It is good to know you've accepted the situation you're in though it's painful what you're going through. I was in the same boat but as days go by the pain will ease. It will not last forever. You are right, "It's worth the pain," and "I'm grateful for everything." Such are positive attitudes.
joanna
12 months ago
i love him. and it kills me to the inside. but its over. but im still grateful for everything. even with this pain.i know its going to end badly. but its worth the pain. so thank you
jim
14 months ago
am going through a breakup at the age of 50 and it has shattered me. To love someone who doesn't love you back is gut wrenching.... I do know that i will be ok.
Alex
14 months ago
Even if he says sorry nothings gonna change..........
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
14 months ago from Kenya
You are welcome Max
max
14 months ago
thank you for this
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
14 months ago from Kenya
Thank you Alison Monroe for your comment
Alison Monroe
15 months ago
This is actually amazingly good advice.
AUTHOR
Alianess Benny Njuguna
22 months ago from Kenya
I agree with you dashingscorpio. It is not good to be platonic friends due to the reasons you gave plus it will hinder the healing processing and eventual recovery.
dashingscorpio
2 years ago
Great advice!
It takes two people to make a relationship work.
It only takes (one person) to end a relationship.
There is no reason to pursue someone who doesn't want you.
I would also add "DO NOT TRY TO BE INSTANT PLATONIC FRIENDS!"
The person breaking up with you offers to be friends because they don't want to feel like the "bad guy".
The person being dumped hopes that by being friends there may be a chance they can get back together.
Odds are if they do hookup it will be nothing more than a "booty call" or "friends with benefits" scenario in the eyes of the person who ended the relationship. Your ex is the last person who can help you get over them!
You're better off going "cold turkey" and not dealing with your ex at all for at least a year or more depending on how long the relationship lasted.
In order for your (ex) to be "the one" they would have had to see (you) as being "the one"! At the very least a "soul-mate" is someone who actually wants to be with you! (And vice versa).
"Never love anyone who treats you like you're ordinary."
- Oscar Wilde
If someone dumps you they clearly don't think you're all that "special",
Thankfully we live on a planet with over 7 Billion other people!
Odds are in everyone's favor that there are hundreds, thousands, or possibly millions of people who would love and appreciate us.
Your future lies ahead of you and not behind you.
Every ending is a new beginning!

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How to Respond Maturely When Someone Breaks Up With You

How to Act When Someone Breaks Up With You

Tell yourself you'll be OK.

Breathe.

Respect their decision.

Don't say too much.

Don't try to force them to stay with you.

Keep physical boundaries.

Don't interrupt them.

If you want to, respond carefully.

Keep your cool.

Be grateful (if possible.)

Say goodbye.

Forgive.

14 Things to Say When Someone Breaks Up With You

Breakups Suck, but You're Going to Be OK

1. Pretend Like You're OK

2. Stay Calm. Breathe.

3. Respect Your Ex’s Decision

4. Don't Talk Too Much

5. Don’t Try to Force Them to Stay

6. Don't Try to Get Physical With Them (Kissing Won't Change Their Mind)

7. Don't Interrupt or Argue With Them

8. Give Your Point of View Thoughtfully, Without Blaming or Insulting Them

9. Don’t Plead

10. Be Grateful

11. Forgive Them

Why You Should Try to Keep Your Cool

Things to Remember During a Breakup

How to Respond If They Broke Up With You Over Text

Re-read the text message.

Stay put.

Journal.

Wait to respond.

Reach out.

Respond carefully.

Be nice.

Forgive them.

How to Move On After a Breakup

Feel the feelings.

Write it out.

Remember the good times.

Let them go.

Give yourself space.

Instead, reach out to friends and family.

Take care of yourself.

Make new memories.

Forgive your ex.

Forgive yourself.

You Will Get Through This

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