Anonymous #1 4w

a lot of things have been happening and building up lately. we recently had a talk but i still feel very sensitive about it all because he couldn't understand me and i couldn't understand him so i feel like ive been very emotional and i'd hate to take it out on him but im also very mentally drained from recent events so i want to just have some space between us for a few days to recalibrate

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Anonymous OP 4w

i think that first off when it comes to a lot of things in relationships, everyone’s gonna have a different option. But it’s circumstantial. In this case, as an outsider knowing minimal information it sounds like it might be the right thing to do. Sometimes when i start spiraling around my bf i’ll step away for a moment or hang up for a bit then come back and I always come back with a clearer head. granted this is on a much smaller time scale than what you’re

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Anonymous #1 4w

thinking of doing but it’s the same premise and I think it can definitely be a beneficial thing for some people. I would say if you do decide to go on a break be clear about why, what your intentions are going in/ what you plan to achieve and that can be as simple as collecting your thoughts and reassessing what your needs and boundaries are in the relationship before

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Anonymous #1 4w

revisiting conflict. Set boundaries about communication during the break and set a time to revisit. But like I said I know minimal information about your situation and at the end of the day you know what your needs are, trust your gut, and find your peace.

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Anonymous #1 4w

thank you for the lengthy answer!!! i appreciate ur advice a lot. i just asked him for some space and obviously he was a bit sad but he understood and i reassured him as much as i can. i think we will feel a lot better and more recharged by the end of the week

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