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My partner is using me, should I break up with my partner?

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Last Updated: 11/02/2021 at 7:15pm
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NicholasHalden
September 22nd, 2014 5:01pm
Is this a rhetorical question? In a relationship there must be trust and respect. By using our partner in any way is not acceptable. We want a true relationship, if we use people or manipulate them for our own benefits it seems more fake to me. Everyone wants to be happy in any kind of relationship, but knowing that u are being used you won't be happy. How can you, if you know that you can't trust your partner.
Myria
October 28th, 2014 12:10pm
If your partner if using you and you are sure about it then yes you should break up no matter how hard it is, or if you dont want this to happen. Because ur partner should appreciate you and love you, not use you..
PurringCat
May 27th, 2015 10:11pm
Definetely. You may love them, but you deserve someone better than that. Noone deserves someone who just uses them. You deserve love, care and respect. Get out of this relationship as fast as you can and let the right person offer you what you deserve.
paul1982
November 5th, 2014 10:50am
Is there a yes or no answer to this question, or do you have to go with what your head (or your head) tells you to do because, ultimately, one will always overrule the other. I suppose a question you have to ask yourself is is it "using" or is it "abusing" there's a fine line between the two.
Anonymous
December 1st, 2015 7:11am
Yes you deserve to be treated like your cared about, loyal and caring. Hes not actually dating you if hes just using you. Hes just not a real man
SpiritWolfNYC
May 30th, 2015 2:42am
Well that is for you to decide. No one else should have a say in it but yourself, but i mean if you are being used by your partner what would be the best thing you can do for yourself? The answer lies within and the answer within is the answer you should go with. Don't doubt yourself either
lougam
November 7th, 2014 10:10am
It depends - how do you mean "using" you, and are you being objective. This is a rational decision. If you are unhappy and you are stressed or uncomfortable around your partner you should remember who you should love and care for most of all - yourself. I've been through trying to help someone who abused me emotionally and manipulated me for over a year, the best thing I ever did was make the break and then stop any communication. Best of luck.
Anonymous
November 7th, 2014 12:39pm
It is not a healthy relationship anymore. I think it's best if you break up with your partner. It may seem hard, but that's the right thing to do.
AHopefulSunrise02
September 14th, 2015 2:59am
If your partner is not respecting you then you may want to think about leaving. Before you do though, talk to them. Express your feelings and concerns and see where that takes you.
AIPandi101
June 6th, 2015 2:30pm
If they are using you and you feel this is wrong, you can do as you choose. It is your life and you make choices for yourself.
laylac09
September 14th, 2015 11:48pm
Yes you should. You should not use your partner. It's not right. You are both equals in the relationship.
rainbowlastsforever4579
December 1st, 2015 7:48pm
Life is full of ups and downs and we are humans. We all make mistakes in our life and later regret after it. If you know your partner is using you, you should of course go and confront with him/her to clarify and sort things out. If your partner leaves you but comes back to you then he or she was not using you but just needed a break. If she or he does not come back and just walks away without looking back, that's the time when you should do that too.Hold your head up high, act as if nothing happened. Of course you break up. And you know what? they are not worth you because you are beautiful today and you will look even better tomorrow but those people are stupid and will stay stupid forever.
Anonymous
March 1st, 2016 12:08am
Yes, if he is using you, you don't need someone like that in your life! You want someone who is going to love you and show you that he cares about you rather than using you for something.
Smilekid0808
March 21st, 2016 9:13pm
I want to start by saying this: Every single person deserves to be treated with love, respect, and dignity. Using someone is NOT treating them with love, respect, or dignity, and therefor it is not ok. However, your feelings, while 100% valid, may not be completely clear or understood by your partner. It is possible that they do not realize how their behavior is affecting you. If you feel used, I would recommend being upfront with your partner about how you feel. Tell them specifically what it is that they do that makes you feel used. Be open and honest about how their actions make you feel, and why that is a problem. If they are willing to make a change, and you feel that the relationship is worth a second chance, give them that second chance. But if they are not willing to recognize the flaws in their behavior and make the necessary changes, then the best thing to do is walk away. You deserve better.
serenekindness66
June 7th, 2016 5:06am
Yes and no. If it's something that you can fix: bring it up and address the problem with your partner. It it's not, break up and find someone who will treat you better.
Anonymous
June 13th, 2016 10:30pm
Yes. It is never okay to be used. No matter how many good times you guys have if he dosnt really care or you then it is pointless pain
Laks1
August 2nd, 2016 9:52am
First of all, you need to let your partner know how you feel. You need to tell him/her that you think he/she is using you. Sometimes people don't realize what they are actually doing until they are told. So you can take your decision due to his/her reaction after tell him/her how you feel.
Anonymous
August 30th, 2016 12:04pm
speak to him about the problem? and if that solves nothing.. do as you wish.. but always give yourself better ok ?
cosyheart21
October 17th, 2016 12:29am
At the end of the day, you have to do what is best for you. And if you're being used, that is not what is best for you. You deserve nothing less than love and respect from a partner, so do not settle for anything less :)
Bosque
June 20th, 2017 12:30am
If someone uses you and doesn't care about your feelings, does it worth it to have a partner like this?
benevolentBlanket61
July 3rd, 2017 6:51am
If the love isn't mutual, yes I'd break up with my partner. It would be difficult to make things work if the relationship is one sided.
LJSharp
November 20th, 2017 8:40pm
You should break up with your partner if you feel that is the right thing to do. Always remember, there is someone out there for everyone. It just may take a long time to find them, so don't rush into anything.
hopefulWhisper21
April 24th, 2018 12:48am
Open discussion with your partner is very important. They may not even realize that they are taking advantage of you. A lot of times, once they have you, they don't continue to work on keeping you. It is important to talk about how your feeling and working together to improve
blissart
December 24th, 2019 7:12am
a healthy relationship is based on mutual care, love, respect and trust. For any long term relationship to blossom and withstand challenges that come in the way , these are must . If a partner is using you, it indicates more towards the relationship based on need and selfish motives than care and respect. In a healthy relation, the beauty is that the two partners come together it increases their strengths and compensates for their weaknesses. In this way, both flourish and develop in each others company . But if you already feel the other partner is using you, it is time to think it over
Anonymous
November 2nd, 2021 7:15pm
Honestly, yes. If someone uses you no matter what for, it always indicates toxicity. When you are in a relationship, you should feel like you are both coming together to build something beautiful, not like someone is using you. Especially if you don't feel loved. If you don't feel loved and you are the only one trying for the relationship, then it's not worth it. You can try to talk it out with your partner and see what's going on, but if they are genuinely using you and don't care then just leave them. The world is too big and life is too beautiful to be with someone who just uses you to their convenience.
laurapb
November 9th, 2014 3:36pm
As I don't know you either your partner, I don't know your personalities but, I you are so sure your partner's doing that, then yes, I would advice you to break up with him. Before he does it and you get even more hurt. He's not acting correctly do, you re the one that needs to clear things, make yourself be respected and stand out for yourself. You are strong, and you can handle this, don't let anyone laugh at you or use you. You are much better than him, so demonstrate it.
Harriettemay
September 30th, 2014 12:26pm
The situation is difficult. First you need to ensure that you have the facts, and if you do, making a decision based on the facts can come down to whether or not you feel as though those actions are acceptable.
nillie
October 26th, 2014 7:28am
Do what you think is right, don't rush to conclusions! :) Talk to them about it and how it is making you feel uncomfortable, then do what you think is best for u!
RYBH
October 26th, 2014 11:26pm
If your partner is using you, you should break up with this person. You may hear the phrase this person is 'toxic' to you and that is true, you are someone who should be loved and cared for, not used.
mayank4u
October 27th, 2014 11:22am
using me is a big word and its difficult to understand the depth of the same. If you thinks that he/she is doing wrong to you then you should take some step for your future.