Image from www.collegecandy.comWe live in a generation where the lines of communication have become both advanced and nonexistent all at the same time. There's no better proof of this than in the dating circuit, especially when it's decided that a relationship road must come to an end. Below are some common strategies for ending romantic relationships, as well as some thoughts regarding the appropriate way to handle these unfortunate situations with sensitivity and grace:
- Just Do It: The most annoying and inappropriate form of breaking up is the 'disappearance' of ones significant other. With all the resources out there to communicate and stay in touch, it's unacceptable to leave someone unsure of the status of your relationship. Manners dictate that no matter how scared you are to tell the truth, you must.
- I Want 2 Break up: That being said, texting and emailing are not the way to go either. Avoid delivering any serious news via a text message. With all the social online dating sites, your relationship may have started there, but it certainly shouldn't end using that forum.
- Time Sensitivity: It is important not to schedule this potentially difficult conversation around an important event for the other person. Holidays, birthdays, work deadlines, and final exams all count for 'bad timing.'
- Privacy: Put yourself in the other person's shoes. My guess is that you certainly would not like to receive this information at a bar, in a public restaurant, or the like. Treat the matter with respect and tell the person one-on-one in a private face-to-face setting.
- Move Along: When it's all over, show respect for the other person by keeping your negative thoughts to yourself. The only thing worse than being broken up with via text message is having this news plastered all over the internet via social media.
Making Etiquette Easy,
Susan K. Medina
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