• Be Honest. Don't lie about why you are ending the relationship or say things like "maybe we can be together in the future" if you don't mean it.

If you've only been together a short time or it has been years, a breakup is never easy or enjoyable. {relatedarticles}Remember that you don't owe anyone anything, and you have the right to end a relationship for whatever reason you choose and whenever you feel is right. It will take time to get over the breakup, and it's normal to be sad and even angry.

Allow yourself to feel these emotions and give yourself time recover before diving into the dating scene again. Turn to your girlfriends and family for support, and you'll be back on your feet in no time.