Five Ways to Break Up With a NON Boyfriend

It’s kind of sad all of the hoopla us single + fab ladies have to put up with on a daily basis. Seriously, the sh!t goes from tiring, to confusing, to lonely to wtf real quick. So today I’ve decided to write a handy guide for a BIG problem that myself and many other ladies face: Having to break up with a guy who you aren’t even dating!

You know that guy “friend” who secretly thinks you’ll realize one day that you should be with him despite the fact that you clearly show no interest in him.Why don’t some guys get that we JUST want to be friends? I’ll never know, but here’s some ways to “break up” with the poor old guy.

Here’s five ways to break up with him, and yes some are cowardly.lol

1.       Tell him you’ve found a boyfriend- I know it’s lying, but just drop it nonchalantly in a conversation and see how he reacts…most likely he’ll be a little distant, even still he might just prepare himself to be your back up man.

2.       DECLINE outings- Be sensitive to his feelings, you already know he likes you so give him space, even if he’s a cool friend he may view the time you guys spend as dates or quality time…and you don’t want to send mixed feeling so sadly I must add that you should stop letting him pay for food and stuff.

3.       Offer to hook him up with someone-Nothing like a  “I know the perfect girl for you” to spread the message of disinterest…if he’s smart he’ll get the hint.

4.       Date one of his friends- This is a case by case basis. If he has a cute friend you wouldn’t mind getting to know then date him. Even if it doesn’t work, you can now use the “we cant date, I dated your friend” excuse.

5.       BE HONEST- This is the most uncomfortable yet honest way to break up with a non- boyfriend. When you notice him flirting, ask him “are you flirting with me? I cant tell” yes I know it’s awkward but say it. Then tell him politely that you’re not interested in him like that but value his friendship.

 

We don’t ask to be put in these uncomfortable situations, but the key to handling them is to be as sensitive as possible. Leading people on (even though I know we don’t try to) is not right and the sooner you break up, the better because seriously he wont get it until you do. But be prepared to either lose the friend (if they are the sensitive, big ego type) or change the dynamics of the friendship. Hope this helps!

 

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