# Break up with someone kindly and safely

Plan a respectful breakup: what to say, where and when, how to handle reactions, and practical next steps.

- Topic: Personal Life & Wellbeing
- Framework: Few-Shot
- Level: Standard
- Tags: Plan, Code, Fill-in Template
- Source: https://www.thinkwithprompt.com/prompts/break-up-with-someone-kindly-and-safely

## Prompt

```text
Help me plan how to end a romantic relationship.

**How long we've been together:** [TIME]
**Living situation and shared things:** [e.g. "we live together, shared lease, a dog", "separate homes"]
**Main reasons (for your context):** [REASONS]
**How I expect them to react:** [sad / angry / surprised / relieved]
**Any safety concerns:** [YES/NO, details]

Give me:
1. **Setting:** where and when (in person vs. call vs. message, and why), and what to avoid (e.g. birthdays, public scenes) unless safety is a concern.
2. **What to say:** a short script that is clear the decision is made, honest without listing every flaw, and kind. Include the first sentence word for word.
3. **Handling reactions:** replies for tears, anger, bargaining, "can we try again," and "why?"
4. **Practical next steps:** a checklist for shared housing, belongings, money, pets, accounts, and passwords.
5. **After:** contact boundaries, telling mutual friends, and looking after myself.

If I've mentioned fear of their reaction, threats, or past violence, put safety first: suggest not breaking up alone in private, having someone nearby, planning where I'll go, and contacting a domestic violence hotline for a safety plan. For shared leases, property, or custody, suggest getting legal advice.
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## What to fill in

- TIME
- REASONS
- sad / angry / surprised / relieved
- YES/NO, details

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