How do you break up with someone youve been with for years?

DO:Think over what you want and why you want it. Take time to consider your feelings and the reasons for your decision. Think about what youll say and how the other person might react. Have good intentions. Be honest — but not brutal. Say it in person. If it helps, confide in someone you trust.

How long does it take to get over someone youve dated for a year?

“I try and go by the 6-month rule, which says that for most of us to fully heal, it usually takes around 6 months for every year we are with someone,” Peacock says. For example: If you were with someone for 1 year, it would take 6 months to get over the breakup.

How do you break off a long term relationship?

How to Leave a Long-Term RelationshipBe clear about your message. Be clear about the rules of engagement. Control contact. Hold steady, but be compassionate. Have a plan for your worst-case scenarios. Talk to the children. Work up lines. Consider counseling.More items •Dec 1, 2018