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
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