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Is it okay to break up with someone over text?

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No, you should have that conversation in person, especially if you've been seeing each other for more than about 3 months or so. If you've only seen each other a few times, it might be okay to do it over the phone, but don't do it through text. It doesn't give the other person any closure.

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Is it OK to just stop talking to someone?

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Sometimes it’s important to cut off contact with someone for your own mental health. While you don’t necessarily owe them an explanation, be aware that they will likely be confused and hurt if you do this. If you want, you can write the person a brief note to let them know why you need to move on.

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How do you stop talking to someone you love?

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If you’re trying to move on from a relationship, sometimes you need to simply cut off contact. Explain to the person that you need to stop talking to them because staying in touch is too painful or stressful for you. If you have trouble sticking to it, try blocking their number and unfriending them on social media. If you feel the overwhelming urge to tell them something, try writing it down on paper or in an electronic document, but not sending it.

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What makes someone suddenly stop talking to you?

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Sometimes this happens if the person is not feeling a strong connection with you, but feels too awkward to say anything about it directly. Or, it’s possible that they are simply preoccupied or overwhelmed with other things going on in their life.

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What if they live with you?

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If you live with them or are close to them, talk to them about it. If it's an issue that makes you uncomfortable, or if they're a family member, discuss the situation with another individual (if any) in the household (or issue). It can get quite awkward if you don't talk to them again.

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