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One of the hardest to do in a relationship is to end it. Yes, I said it. Breaking up with someone has to be one of the hardest things, especially for us guys, to do. I think girls have it easy, mainly cause there is somewhat a false belief that guys will take it better, the break up that is, and also a false belief that it is easier for us to move on. On the other end guys fear causing “un-healable” damage and if there is no concrete reason (read one is cheating) most of us just want to take the relationship a notch down and maybe remain friends *don’t shoot me just yet*.
So I read an article on artofmanliness on “How to End a Relationship Like a Man“. Basically this was to tell guys to stop resorting to old and archaic (read cowardly) techniques such as changing your relationship status on social media *ouch* or fading. For those note familiar with the concept of fading, tweet me :).
So here are some guidelines as highlighted in the article
1. Plan in advance. Take up insurance or get a body guard lest you lose your life or part of your body (especially what makes you termed a man). Okay, this was not the first rule but just felt I should put it out there. The first rule is to actually talk about it early and often. Make sure that the actual break up is not the first time that your partner is made aware that you have issues with the relationships.
2. Do it in person. Hopefully in a bulletproof vest. I digress. Despite the safety that technology guarantees, set a date and place and give her full attention.
3. Be clear and ready to provide your reasons.
4. Be considerate and try being a gentleman about it. Unless she starts throwing plates, forks and knives at you then RUN. JK.
5. Don’t leave any doubt or false hope i.e no hanging Chads.