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My partner and I keep breaking up and getting back together again. I don't know what to do any more.

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Anonymous
January 2nd, 2016 10:48pm
I think that you should look at the reasons why you're always breaking up with each other. If it's because of constant fighting or cheating on each other, I suggest you break up completely. Love isn't supposed to be all sunshine and rainbows, but it's not supposed to be tornadoes either. And breaking up with someone you're in love with is hard but it may just lead to better things
foreveralistener
January 3rd, 2016 3:30pm
Well, you guys have to talk it trough, talk about the things you both do not like about each other, discuss things in a polite manner and do not get angry
chamomilewizard
January 6th, 2016 2:18am
I think the two of you need to sit down and discuss what you both want from this relationship. In order to have a proper relationship, having similar values is key. Talking together as a unit promotes understanding and insight.
musicalDew34
January 7th, 2016 7:23pm
These are normal things in relationship these days which means you both love eachother but dont get along and still you wqnt to be together
comfortingLioness25
January 13th, 2016 4:53pm
That must be quite frustrating. Have you tried sitting down with your partner to discuss the issue in an open and frank way?
Piercingtheveil
January 16th, 2016 9:21pm
Could you may tell me more about it? Whats the reason why you both break up?
Zellav
January 17th, 2016 2:17am
Find the reason for the frequent breakups and attempt to resolve it. If the issue cannot be solved/and or may be re-occurring, end the relationship. A relationship should make you happy, not stressed.
Anonymous
January 21st, 2016 4:36pm
Maybe you could talk to him about why you both keep breaking up. That might help to build a stronger relationship so that you both know what each other expects from the relationship.
ReniK
January 23rd, 2016 11:41pm
Ask yourself do you actually love/like him or you are with him just because you are used to it. If you do love /like him then go and talk to him and sort things out.
Anonymous
January 27th, 2016 10:55pm
find what is the reason. Once you find what is the cause of the break up try to see if that can be worked out. Also talking to your partner on how you feeling and see how they feeling about the relationship.
Anonymous
February 3rd, 2016 3:18am
That's for you to decide. Consider asking yourself: why do I keep breaking up with my partner? Why doesn't it ever work out? What do I see in them? Why do I keep going back to them?
FindYourStrength01
February 4th, 2016 3:00am
Ask yourselves what keeps causing the relationship to falter and do you both see a reason to change these things or either compromise or is it just worth walking away?
CalmingRose24
February 4th, 2016 6:58pm
I understand how hard that must be for you and also emotionally draining. It's difficult not knowing where you stand with someone. Is there any particular reason this is happening?
OrganticMoment72
February 6th, 2016 3:26am
Let it flow! also, check out Toni Braxton song "Let it flow", it will help you out. I'm currently going through the same situation and I can't do anything else anymore but let it flow and see how it goes.
Anonymous
March 30th, 2016 3:47pm
What are the reasons for the break ups? Think of that, and also, would you prefer staying in such a toxic environment?
Horizon99
April 6th, 2016 8:07am
Well you should first of all relax and calm down. This would reduce your problems. Secondly you should talk to your partner
moonwalker27
April 8th, 2016 5:49pm
What did you feel about them? Is it love or just a need? If you and your partner can't stand being together anymore, then don't. They're not the one for you.
Anonymous
April 15th, 2016 3:38am
Unhealthy and toxic relationship. Please talk about this with him so that your relation either becomes stronger or be done for good.
Anonymous
June 8th, 2016 4:37pm
You should have a sit down conversation with your partner. Ask them why things keep going wrong and if you should continue the relationship if you keep fighting.
Anonymous
June 9th, 2016 8:43am
Take some time off and think, whether you really want it or is it something you can let go? I hope you'll get your answer. Don't forget, whatever you decide, should be for yourself.
MartyFox
October 10th, 2016 1:33pm
Have a break and give each other time to heal. Not everything's meant to be but maybe it'll help you
Anonymous
January 19th, 2020 8:50pm
I think that this a really unhealthy relationship. It has become a toxic cycle that you both can't break away from. I believe you both should try to talk things out or go to couple's consuloring perhaps. If that doesn't work I honestly think that you 2 should break up. This isn't healthy for you or them . Everyone is important. You are important. It would be better to recover your mental health and be happy without this relationship dragging you down. Trust me this would be a healthier opinion. I hope the best for you on your journey. Kisses♥️
Gabriellalc123
November 17th, 2020 5:41pm
I’ve been in this position before and it became very frustrating. It can be hard to leave someone especially if there your comfort zone. For me the person I was with worked well for my life on the surface. But I still wasn’t happy and emotionally fulfilled. I had to take a step back and weigh the pros and cons of being with that person. If the cons out weigh the pros taking a break from that person may be the healthiest decision. During a break up it’s also important to have a no contact period where you and the other person give each other space and time to heal from the breakup. If your not truly healed from the breakup it can be hard to let go and you may find yourself getting back together to quickly and having the same unresolved isssues.
KACOSMIC
June 8th, 2021 4:38am
Looks like there is an emotional dependence in this relationship, I will explain ... For some people, especially those who go through, or have gone through, major traumas, strong episodes of emotional stress, sudden changes, losses or separations, internally, psychological distress may arise, which undermines emotional autonomy and can generate emotional dependence. These situations are marked as a kind of abandonment and vulnerability, which persists over time. This feeling is revived in the present. It is very common that people who go through this condition of dependence, because they feel fragile, become a little discerning about their affective bonds. Some end up accepting to remain in relationships without quality, in exchange for "crumbs" of affection. It is common for these people - and also those around them - to perceive the constant need for someone's presence. This condition can lead a person to live afflicted and frustrated, with the uncomfortable feeling that there is always an imminent loss, an abandonment about to happen. Emotional dependence not only compromises healthy relationships, it also causes serious self-esteem issues. Allow yourself to put yourself first, allow yourself to love yourself in an integral way! Ask the question, what have you been doing just for yourself, and for no one else?