Is it normal to breakup multiple times?
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Moderated by Danielle Johnson, MSED, Community mental Health Counseling, LMHC
Updated: Jan 7, 2024
tranquilWatermelon2280
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Mar 20, 2020
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Couples fight, sometimes over the silliest things and sometimes over big matters. But there are certain values that we shouldn't mess around with, when our significant other who is supposed to make us feel safe and loved is the reason for making us feel unsecure and hated, then it becomes crucial to end things with them, and even though we miss the person we were with dearly we shouldn't go back no matter the number of fake promises that the other person crosses, and getting back together only to end things again and get stuck in an on and off situation is not the answer to the loneliness we feel
Anonymous
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Apr 12, 2020
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It is very common for a break-up to happen here and there. With my personal experience, some guys just didn't meet the place where I was at in life, example: I was growing and getting more mature when he just wanted to skip school and play around. Other times it could've been from my part where I didn't do my part of the relationship. Sometimes it is hard to get to the person you see eye-to-eye with, time ticks but there is still enough time to find someone who will share those dreams and hopes with you. It is hard not to judge but if it is accomplished I found that there is more to them than what I saw at the beginning. So to answer the initial question, yes, it is perfectly normal.
Anonymous
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Apr 15, 2020
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It is completely normal and the whole relationship process is completely different from everyone. In my personal experience, I struggled with multiple retreated break ups and it was difficult mainly because of the opinions of others. Everyone is different. I have leaned to not be ashamed of multiple breakups because while they may be painful, they are and have always been some of my biggest times of change for the better. Use the breakups to your advantage. Learn from your mistakes and those of others in order to better yourself and hold better standards for yourself. So yes, breaking up multiple times is perfectly normal and should not be something to be concerned about.
Espirit203
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Apr 24, 2020
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Yes, breakups are always difficult and the way they are portrayed in Hollywood isn't always the most accurate description. Relationships are unique to each individual, often the reason people breakup multiple times is because there is a true connection, perhaps love yet other factors get in the way such as egos, physical circumstances and family and friends.
In fact, breaking up multiple times is proof that the relationship is intense as the parties cannot make a clean break and move on.
It is best not to compare your relationship to 'normal' standards as there is no norm when it comes to relationships. It is up to you and your happiness if the connection is worth it.
LovingMilton2020
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May 1, 2020
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Yes, but it depends. It’s not healthy to have relationships so close together without being able to recover from the last one and if you aren’t ready for another one then you may hurt that person you’re dating because you may leave them or hurt them by being attached to your ex. It’s important to always consider others feelings and mental health. If you begun dating someone knowing you’re probably going to return to your ex or you aren’t serious with them than they may get attached and when you leave you will hurt them. Always consider yourself and others and do what’s right and what’s healthiest.
calmTurtle5171
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Jun 18, 2020
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Yes but theres a reason you broke up si do your best to move on. I know it is difficult but it is usually best for you and your former partner. I suggest focusing on yourself for the better in order to move on. This will help you have a better and brighter future which will make you overall happier. As it is difficult depending on your history maybe stop talking to them or if you want to mantain a friendship possibly stop talking for a few months to move on and stop thinking of each other that way. Then come back and you can move on as friends.
Anonymous
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Jun 28, 2020
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It depends on what the person themselves/him/herself think about it........and, how has one taken their previous breakups; are they blaming self/others, are they in constant conflicts with self/others.
Many different factors (such as biological, gentics, psychological, earlier childhood, attachment with caregivers,) may also be involved in having multiple breakups- if one has been handling their breakups well, and not letting earlier breakups affect their new relationships then that should be fine ........it differs from person to person and their own capabilities in managing emotions and situations :)
If having multiple breakups is bothering the person most then,
1. making a list of the reasons, what one thinks could lead to their breakup everytime;
2. looking for pattern (are there any similarities between them)
3. How does one deal during the process and after
Writing down would give a better picture of the problem and we will be able to deal with them more effectively :)
TraceListens
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Jul 2, 2020
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It depends. Sometimes people can't be together and at the same time, can't be apart. If the relationship is volatile (or abusive) and you are not resolving any issues during the separations, then you may want to think about why (and whether it's in your best interest to continue). It's a good idea for some self-reflection. What are you getting out of the relationship? What makes you go back? Is ir because you can't be alone? Do you feel you can't live without them? Think about what the pull back might be. Remember that the purest love comes from yourself, so it might help to place your focus there.
Ariaaaaa
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Jul 15, 2020
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It depends person to person, some relationships come back stronger after every breakup and on the other hand breakups have no effect on some. You need to figure out where your relationship stands. If every breakup makes you feel worse sometimes its better to remember what's the post important, YOU. Prioritise yourself to ensure mental growth. You cannot use excuses to mend a broken relationship and sometimes you have to think about if you are better off without the person. On the other hand communication in a relationship is very important, always remember to let you partner know what's going on and talk about how breaking up isn't always necessary, Whatever happens im sure you will be just fine:)
emtheguru
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Jul 24, 2020
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I don't know about it being normal or not, but I'd definitely say it's not a good sign! On and off relationships have always been, almost in every case, toxic relationships that mostly shift between dependence and a sort of realization of reality.
If feelings have very drastic turns, like periods of extreme passion then periods of extreme bitterness - that's also a very bad sign that is related to on and off relationships.
However, this is not a rule. There can be many reasons why to break up and or makeup. If it were circumstatial reasons (e.g. moving away, physical barriers, family pressure - basically external reasons), then breaking up multiple times shouldnt be an issue.
But if it is always because of fighting, or sudden loss of interest, or maybe infidelity... Then, yes, this is a bad bad bad BAD sign! In this case, both people have become dependant on a dysfunctional relationship that will only hurt them both very much.
I hope this helps!
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