Would you ever consider taking a break in your relationship? It’s a tricky situation to navigate, and one Redditor found themselves in the midst of it when her boyfriend of almost 10 years asked for a one-year break. Let’s dive into their story.
The original poster (OP) explains that their once healthy relationship had become stagnant. They communicated their needs effectively, but something was off. Her boyfriend expressed dissatisfaction with his job, his life, and even though he acknowledged that she was the one good thing in his life, it didn’t bring him fulfillment. The couple had discussed their declining connection extensively, with tears flowing freely. The OP initially feared the relationship ending, but as they talked more, she realized that she didn’t deserve to be in this situation. She came to understand that it wasn’t her problem—it was his. She couldn’t make him happy, and it was emotionally draining for her.
Then, he dropped a bombshell. He wanted a one-year break to discover himself and then come back to the relationship. The OP found the plan “awful,” recognizing that she shouldn’t have to wait around for him. She proposed going to therapy together and working through their issues instead of separating. If he wasn’t on board with that, then it was over.
The OP was torn. She loved him but was worried that his request for a break had damaged her trust in him. She turned to the Reddit community for support and advice, questioning whether she should leave him.
The Redditors rallied around her, encouraging her to take control of the situation and not let him hurt her any further. Some suggested that he was being selfish and had ulterior motives, such as wanting to date other people or explore because they had been together since a young age.
So, what are your thoughts on relationship breaks? Do you believe they can help repair problems or do they create more complications? Let us know in the comments and share this story to hear what others have to say!
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