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Is it still worth trying if he/she broke up with me several times?

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angelFace94
November 14th, 2018 4:27pm
If your significant other has made it clear that they are not interested in you anymore, you should not pressure them to stay with you. My ex girlfriend was really hard to break up with and that hurt me a lot, so I am speaking out of personal experience. If your significant other has said in the past that they might like someone else or that they don't feel the same they did before, the best thing you can do is show respect towards that. This doesn't mean you don't get to be sad, because you do. You two deserve to be happy, but you can't both be happy if one of you isn't (this is a little confusing)
HelpAsICan
November 21st, 2018 11:55am
Only you can know for sure in the moment, however, the bigger picture needs to be looked at seriously in these events. What are both parties feeling to cause this recurrence? It is such a difficult thing to be set aside the brought back out so many times. No one deserves to be treated that way or to have their feelings toyed with. Most answers will point to no in this situation as we all have a limited time on this Earth and we have to make the best out of it. You can only truly make one person happy, and that person is you. It is not your job to make sure someone else is happy, and if this situation is to arise you need to do what is best for you overall and for the future.
Anonymous
December 12th, 2018 8:00am
No, it is definitely not worth trying. At this point, if they are putting you on a mental and emotional roller coaster like this, then they are not worth it. Even though you might still love them, and love the idea of being back together with them - just know the toll on your mental health this can cause. You will be constantly worried about whether this it'll last. Maybe the reason they broke up with you was because they needed more experience or to grow and mature more, and in that case the best way to handle this situation would be to grow your friendship first - then maybe later you can revisit the idea of a romantic relationship :)
itsallaboutbreakthroughs
December 13th, 2018 6:57am
We must always be self reflective and mindful of what drives us into why we want to stay in a relationship that may not be a healthy one. An on again-off again one most likely will leave us feeling insecure. If a person has broken up with us several times and we keep allowing this person to walk in and out of our lives we have set up a certain pattern of acceptance to this behavior. Only you can decide how long and why you're willing to accept this. It is Important to recognize your self worth and the value inner peace has in your life. Always remember that everyday you are with the wrong person...you're missing out on the possibility of meeting the right person.
Anonymous
December 28th, 2018 8:13am
Whatever bring happiness to your heart, brings peace to your mind is worth trying. Relationship grows with time, miscommunication, confusion, agreement are things which will go side by side. And all of this is important to have a balance in your relationship. If someone wants to broke up and that would give him/her happiness or peace than let it be, don't just be with someone to show off to this world or for someone's else benefit, what matters is our internal peace and our satisfaction. Communication is something which can do wonders, even if there is some dis agreement, we can communicate and try to bring things to a closure.
Anonymous
January 5th, 2019 7:36pm
This is a question that only you can answer for yourself. It's your life and your choices. If you feel like this person and a relationship is worth pursuing despite the fact that you have tried before and it has not worked out, then give them another shot. However, also ask yourself if it's worth the feelings of self doubt, sadness, inadequacy and pain when and if they walk away again. Before you make a decision, it's also wise to look at the relationship in an objective light and try to see where the issues lie and what led to the breakups. Was it a recurrent issue like a fear of commitment that needs to be resolved before you can go forward as a couple, or was it something like a basic personality conflict? Was it several small issues that grew into something so big that the other person felt they needed to walk away instead of work with you to resolve them? Try to look at all objectively, without emotions, and decide if whatever went wrong is something that can be fixed, and if they are willing to work with you on those issues.
ComfortablyNumb7676
January 13th, 2019 6:07am
That all depends on how you feel. Think about the reasons she broke up with you, we're they legitimate in your opinion? Have things in the relationship changed for the better? Do you resent her for having broken up with you before? If you really love her and you feel as though there has been a change for the better then sit and discuss the past breakups with her. Find a new way to work on the relationship and open up space for conversations so that when something is wrong you can talk it out and decide the best outcome for the situation. Best of luck.
livelovedream
January 26th, 2019 12:54am
Take a minute to reflect on what you are asking here. Ask yourself some questions.... Will getting back together with this person put me in a safe place? Will it bring me joy? What did it feel like to date this person before? Do I want that in my life again? Why did we break up the past times? What did the last break ups say about them as a person? Sometimes people break up with people multiple times because they think they aren't ready and want another chance.... but sometimes the constant break ups can be more. It can be manipulative and playing with your emotions and it is up to you to see what is going on and if you want that person back in your life.
Relationshipexpert
March 20th, 2019 5:50pm
It depends. Sometimes people are on and off because they're still trying to figure themselves out while trying to love someone when they're having trouble loving themselves and it gets to be too much and they need a break. But, if you want to try again, make sure this time you both are ready to love each other the right way. As long as long as you two love each other and are both trying, it'll always be worth it. But if it's one sided, that needs to change. You can't make a relationship work if you both aren't trying to fix it.
Anonymous
April 4th, 2019 4:39am
if you love them , always try . but if your to the point where they treat you wrong and you have no hope and know it won’t work . then give up , it’s hard to do but if they cheat or your unhappy and they make no effort there no point in trying anymore . i know it’s hard to think about and do but you go to do what’s best for you and what makes you happy . not what others think, or feel . do what’s best for you and live your life happy and to the fullest
allnaturalUnicorns70
April 17th, 2019 1:18pm
It depends on what you mean by "worth trying". If you mean, keep doing whatever it is you've been doing until now, that doesn't seem to make sense. Repeating something that doesn't work over and over rarely gets a successful outcome. If by "worth trying" you mean exerting efforts to increase your ability to work together to understand each other, where the issue is, and how to mutually address it, that's something else. If you do mean the latter, it might be a worthwhile exercise even if the relationship doesn't work out as you hoped. Best of luck to you!
Anonymous
June 2nd, 2019 9:07am
Honestly I’d say no. There’s no hurt in trying, but if they’ve broke up with you more than once, I’d say that it’ll end up the same way every time. If you truly love them then go for it. Otherwise, I wouldn’t keep on trying. I’d say this is a tough question. You never know if you get back together if it’ll work out or not. You might be with someone you truly love, or you’ll get your heart broken. Honestly it’s all up to you. It also depend if they’re worth all the effort to be with, or if they’re just a jerk.
MorganRayne
August 7th, 2019 9:32pm
This is a question I have recently asked myself. The answer isn't a simple yes or no. You must look within and ask yourself, "Is he/she worth it to me?" "What are my feelings for them? Is it just temporary? Do I see myself with them in the long haul?" Another thing to consider is will both of you be happy and be able to put forth the effort needed to make the relationship work. It is not fair to keep hurting yourself or the other person if both aren't willing to try and fight for the relationship to work.
Anonymous
September 12th, 2019 1:02am
If he/she is THE one, if you feel you could have done more, if it's not stalking or harrassing them already, then yes. It is worth it, if you are both happy in the end. It of course also plays a role in this story the reason you guys broke up that many times. If it involves huge disrespect, pain, even physical, then my answer of course changes. So it's really hard to say, without any information on the side. In my case, with my crush, I'm never letting him go, even though we broke up three times already. He is the love of my life.
Muttley56
September 14th, 2019 2:17pm
My experience with ladies who broke up with me is posed in a short question: Is it worth it to try to join with a lady who continues to break up with you and hurts you emotionally? My personal opinion is I have broken off relationships, and it has done the world of good for me. Or, I ask, is it worth beating a dead horse? Speaking bluntly, it is not worth it at all. I say, I move on and spend much time treating myself with kindness and love, and forgiveness if necessary. That is really what I think and feel.
Anonymous
September 27th, 2019 7:17pm
I have been dating the most caring guy since I was at school, when we met he was in the year above me. We've been together for nearly 3 years. We do everything together, holidays, nights away, meals out he was so generous and caring to me. We did occasionally go out separate but he always picked me up in his car and stayed at mine, Things have been a but tense for the past few weeks, he was starting Uni last Saturday, He told me his feeling were fading for a day but that night he said he loves me and couldn't ever leave me. The night before he went to uni he cried like a baby, He said we can get through the next 8 months before I joined him at the same uni. We looked at accommodation for next year. He was there two days, texting me everything after freshers telling me how he missed and loved me. We have never been apart. Then he FaceTimed me and said I was controlling I asked if he had met someone and he went mad and ended the call. He deleted all our pictures off social media and I text him but he ignored me. After a second attempt I begged him to tell me what had happened he said he no longer loved me, he didnt want me anymore and he was attracted to someone. He has been drinking heavily every night which he never does normally. Today he text to see if I'm ok. This is the second time but it's not like him. The partying and alcohol has changed him.
Epikura
October 9th, 2019 8:37pm
Ask yourself why you want him/her back despite everything. Are you still in love with the person or is it more about the memories or the things you once shared? Sometimes it is better to let go and let things take their natural course. Things change, as do people. That doesn’t mean that what you shared together isn’t valuable or meaningful. But sometimes letting go makes space for new experiences, while being able to hold the memories you had with this person dear. Whatever you choose to do, keep in consideration your own and the other persons well being. I wish you all the best!
darlingdandelion
October 31st, 2019 3:05am
In my honest opinion, there's a point where you have to step back and honestly question whether or not working on a relationship where one side obviously isn't reciprocating your affections is healthy for anyone. If they've broken up with you multiple times, I think that it's pretty plain to see that they either have some things they need to work out themselves, possibly things that you can't help them with, or they simply just don't want to be with you anymore. Besides respecting their wishes, you want to have some self respect as well and try to realize that you're not doing yourself any good by putting your all into something that won't benefit your mental health positively. Relationships are a lot of hard work that, when both sides work together, can be a beautiful thing with an amazing product of love. But if you're not right for each other, or things just keep failing time and time again, I would tell you to let yourself leave, just for a while, and see if you really need this sort of relationship in your life.
peacefulSoul1906
November 22nd, 2019 7:27am
When life and your Self is trying to tell you something is not working, it is best to listen. The best recipe for insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. True love doesn't look like this. It is best to stop wasting your time, and work on understanding why you were attracted to someone like this in the first place. Ask yourself: Why do you want a relationship? The answers lie within you, not the other person. If you are depending on the other person to bring you happiness, then you have your answer. Ensure that only you is responsible for your happiness before getting into a relationship. A relationship is very easy if both partners are already healthy before you get into one.
Anonymous
December 28th, 2019 5:01pm
Well the best person to find the answer for this is just "You". But here are some points to consider. 1.Who is blamed every time a brake up happens? and the other person took the blame always or often or equally as you were blamed? 2.Are there any instances the other person realized his/her mistakes and said sorry for being on wrong side? 3.Are there any instances where the other person initiated a dialogue of compromise? If you get Yes as the answer for all these 3 questions mentioned above, you can still try to build the relation. But this also demands an honest feed back from your side first for the above questions. Other wise better to get parted and focus on better things in life.
Yiding
January 30th, 2020 9:57pm
If you love someone, it doesn't matter how many times you have to try to make it work. Use your own best judgment: Is the other person genuinely trying or are they just saying what you want to hear? If you believe your relationship has a shot, then you should set some goals and work towards them together. Consider the possible outcomes and weigh the consequences, and make a decision that won't leave you with regret. If you decide to not try anymore, then continue life without wishing it to be any different, and if you decide to try, then try your best, without worrying about what the outcome might be.
Anaiviv01
February 5th, 2020 3:17pm
Do you want to be with someone who doesn't want to be with you? Do you think you're ok when being left behind, even for a while? Do you enjoy drama and mood swings? If your answers are yes-oriented, odds are that your relationship is not the healthiest one and this deserves further investigation. There are several types of attachment to somebody and you need to find the one that suits you the best way. There's no one-size-fits-all, and being in a relationship is a long process. Think of yourself in 20 years from now: how are you visualizing yourself?
kindDreamer9743
February 14th, 2020 3:52pm
No deffinatley not, in this case that ship has sailed! out of experience this is more than likely down to feeling rejected and being left alone, if the other person has a tendancy to clear off very now and agin and then come back this would clearly say that gold you will still be there for them to come back to and therefore be treated like a weel used door mat, it is also very obvious that he/she/Q is not happy otherwise they wouldnt leave in the first instant, so the best thing to do is cut all ties and free yourself form mental torture and further abuse.
Anonymous
March 12th, 2020 8:59pm
No. These r signs u cnt and shouldnt ignore Closely observe what their actions are telling you. Dnt fool urself. How they act with u and in front of ppl matters...notice that sudden difference. Dnt be weak and naive and gullible. Question them ,their responses will tell u alot. Dont take anything personal but consider ur self respect and listen to your inner voice. It never lies. There behavior can be due to n number of reasons far from your knowledge like it can be a disorder or behavrioal problem too. You can also consult a psychologist . Need not to take them along . Just explain bits and smallest info too.
Anonymous
March 15th, 2020 2:21am
We have to give chances for our self and opposite person initially, but if the person is trying to hurt and break with you several time than its really not worth. Because when a person really loves you he/she will change one day that phase will definitely come. Hence if that phase is never coming no matter how much you try to adjust. Than it's really not worth trying. Because responsibility, respect, love and care must be from both the end. There is no use if only one person is trying to stick and get hurt again and again. You must completly move on with a very strong attitude by never loosing hope in life. Belive that where there is good there is also bad. Try to accept and move on.
LoneWolf1010
March 25th, 2020 10:27am
Well, my dear friend. Breaking up several times means falling in love/ relationship several times too. From my experience, there is this something that pulls back and bind us together. We are not together now, yet the memories of good and not very good seem diminished now. There is another relationship which turned out to be toxic for me, and I don't regret moving on form this. However, it is your call to take. You can cross check if it's good or toxic and most importantly.. "am I happy?". I wish you all the goodness. Hope you find best resolve.
Anonymous
March 27th, 2020 8:26pm
I have been in the exact situation and after the 3rd time i realised that it was no longer worth it. People make mistakes, were all human.. but to continue to make you feel that way and break off the relationship with you isnt worth it. So i guess to summarise in my own person opinion based off of what i have personally been through, no I dont think it is worth fighting for if you guys break up several times. I think you need to take some time for yourself, work on your own self healing. I believe that everything happens for a reason, if it was meant to be it wouldve been.
contentedBeauty22
March 30th, 2020 5:51pm
after a while, things don't feel genuine for both parties, I don't think it's worth trying. if they are making you feel bad in any type of way then its best to split. someone that really wants you would do anything to keep you there and not make you question if you are the one or not. sometimes we tend to think about past memories and cherish them but you have to see the perspective you are in right now to see if it matches. I have been exhausted people I was putting in all the effort and I wasn't receiving it back and it was the worst feeling ever but I told himself that I am better than this and I need to find love and peach in myself before I go out in the dating world again.
richyShiny39
April 2nd, 2020 12:55am
If she or he broke up with you several times depending on The Break-Up and what that means and if you are married it all depends. Each person as a different wait a relationship for breaking up and most people would find out after the first break up that it will be a pattern and the ones that haven't found that out made just keep doing that same pattern in adapting to it when people probably deserve a lot better and this is my opinion. If they pay the bills and are polite when they come back after breaking up it can be hard to stop that cycle if you're in a certain situation so maybe maybe not to each person their own hard question.
EternalSpring823
April 12th, 2020 9:11pm
The only person who can really answer that is you. If you feel that the investment is not working for you anymore, then that leaves one answer. Ask yourself if you would continue to be in this cycle of being together and breaking up. Ask yourself if the stress or the pain is really worth it. You're the best judge. Maybe discuss it together, that way nobody is left out of the decision. It should go without saying that if you're currently questioning this, it may be the right time to get the discussion set up and handled. Good luck!