I broke up with my boyfriend yesterday, and even though I know it was the right choice, I still feel sad. We were together for over a year, and I put so much effort into the relationship, but it just wasn’t fulfilling. Since I was his first girlfriend, I had to teach him how to be a boyfriend, and honestly, I couldn’t keep doing that. Communication was off, and I felt lonely for a long time before finally realizing it wasn’t working.
I worked hard to heal and improve myself so I could be fair to him, but in the end, staying would’ve been unfair to both of us. I gave him all his stuff today after work, and it hit me he used to be the person I’d turn to for comfort, but now that’s not an option. We just grew apart, and I don’t think he even realized it because he’s not emotionally mature enough to see it.
I kept trying, kept putting in effort, but it didn’t change anything. I know I made the right decision, and I’m happy about it, but breakups are hard. If anyone wants to talk, I’m open to it. I usually keep things to myself, but maybe talking will help.