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*usieQ1970
writes:This is really for my ex partner, soon to be partner. We split up about 14 months ago but have recently started getting close again. He has a girlfriend whom he met on the rebound. He cares for her but does not love her and can't see them having a future together. He knows he's going to hurt her and he knows that he must face her but he's really struggling in finding the words. Any suggestions?
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reader, SusieQ1970 +, writes (1 March 2007):
SusieQ1970 is verified as being by the original poster of the questionThanks for your reply Eve. I am trying to maintain a low profile but we have a child together so can't completely break off any contact entirely.
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reader, AskEve +, writes (1 March 2007):
 The best thing for you to do is back out of the picture for say two weeks. In that time he tells her that although he really likes her and respects her as a person he doesn't think the relationship is working and thinks it better if they just remain friends. Then he lets a week or so pass before getting back with you.
It's never easy to break up with someone, especially for the person being dumped but it's better to be honest with them than keep them hanging.
Eve
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