My ex is confused and doesn't know what he wants. How do I not let him have his cake and eat it too?

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My ex broke up with me because he needs to figure out if our relationship is right for him. I guess I kinda understand because we are young and I really don't want to force him into a relationship that he doesn't want to be in and not let him get out and figure things out and meet other girls. what makes guys and girls confused about what is right for them in life when they have such an amazing thing going?

But I also am desperately trying not to let him have his cake and eat it too and have me as a back up plan, which I think I am getting better at. But how can I make sure I don't let him have his cake and eat it too? sometimes I feel like the only thing to do is disappear and let him finally miss me and appreciate what he has because I don't doubt that he will. but its really hard and scary to do that because I really love him. And also when did you figure out what you wanted in life?
My ex is confused and doesn't know what he wants. How do I not let him have his cake and eat it too?
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