How should I break up with him?

[Anonymous]

I have been with my boyfriend for over a year after a lot of soul-searching I have realized that I don't really love him or want a relationship with anyone. He has talked about marriage and kids from the beginning and I just don't want that. I don't want to hurt him but I'm just not happy in this relationship. How can I break up with him without hurting him?

[mysterygyal2828]

I think it is inevitable he will be hurt. You don’t have to go into deep details about no longer loving him, but you should be clear that you don’t see a future together. A simple way to phrase it could be:
"I've done a lot of thinking, and I’ve come to realize that I don’t want the same things from life and love that you do. It wouldn’t be fair to either of us if we stayed together when I can’t give you what you deserve."

[Nikki1989]

Be Honest and Direct: Start by clearly stating your decision. Avoid vague language or sugarcoating.

[Staximus]

Why are you not happy in the relationship?