Lesson 6 87 Copyright 2020 Marline E. Pearson ❖ (PP) The biggest reason for why people break up is that feelings change. Read the points on the slide. ❖ Okay, let’s say you’ve decided to break up. Now you have to do it. ❖ (PP) Let’s do a quick brainstorm: What are the worst ways you’ve seen people break up? (1–2 minutes) Wait for a few examples before showing the bullets on the slide. Most of them will likely have been mentioned. ❖ Gosh, so many people break up these ways, yet we all know it feels awful to the person on the receiving end. ❖ Let’s focus on the last bullet: “Let’s just be friends.” • Is this just a cop-out? Does it give false hope to the one who is being dumped? ❖ Now, let’s examine some tips on breaking up because there are better and worse ways to do it. (PP) Go over these points: 1. Talk to an adult you trust. Go over the reasons it isn’t working. And if there are any concerns about your safety and how your partner will react, ask a trusted adult to assist you. 2. Pick a time and a private place. Don’t do it around their friends. Have the respect to do it face-to-face. But don’t tell them right before a big event, like a test, game, or birthday. If you are worried whatsoever about your safety, do not pick a private place. Get help from a caring adult. Breakup Tips