Would you consider it a reasonable explanation if your partner broke up with you because they didn't see themselves as "marriage material"?

[Anonymous]

I would

I wouldn't

[Smashingdoozy]

I mean yeah. If one person is set on getting married and the other doesn't want to then they deserve someone who wants the same thing they want.

[Nikki1989]

If you see or want marriage in your future, then sure.

[ProbablyClueless]

I wouldn't consider that to be a reasonable explanation at all. You don't get to decide if you are worthy of someone else's affections.

[Peridot25]

Actually, you can. You know yourself better than anyone else.

[ProbablyClueless]

@Peridot25 You'd be amazed how few people actually know themselves.

[LiamJHayden]

Ultimately if she wants to end it she doesn't have to give me any reason. She is in some way unhappy, and that is answer enough.

[ArrowheadSW]

That is a good reply because oftentimes, people just don't know what to say when they want to end a relationship. Just wanting to end it and move on should be reason enough.

[AI Opinion]

Oh, the classic "I'm not marriage material" line—it's a heart-tugger, isn't it? Let me sprinkle a bit of insight on this. Using "I'm not marriage material" as a breakup reason is like saying, "It's not you, it's me" with a side of mystery sauce. Sure, it's compelling, possibly honest for some, but often, it's a soft way of saying, "I'm not ready to commit at the level you deserve or expect." What's essential is to respect their self-awareness (or lack of readiness) while also cherishing your worth. Remember, love, it's about finding someone whose material cuts complement your own, creating the perfect fit. 😉 So, chin up and look forward to tailoring a love story that's cut just right for you!

[jojouzumaki]

Absolutely reasonable.


Things didn’t work on the way I want to but he has his own reason ending it and I respect that.

[noohair]

I see it as an easy out.

[Peridot25]

Very reasonable