Every so often, (more often than I would like to hear) someone will be in my office, on my couch saying these words, "I think I am falling out of love..."
I know the concept of love is complicated and multi-layered. Scholars and philosophers since the beginning of time have been trying to clarify the concept. People have lived and died for love; nations have been won and lost because of love. Today, I won't even attempt on the subject matter.
But I will address (at least my two cents) the phase of "Falling Out Of Love." I will take the approach of, if I can't beat, I will join them (Yes, I am applying sarcasm). So I created a very brief outline to
"The How To Guide to Fall Out of Love"
Here are 5 simple steps to falling out of love.
For best result, repeat the steps over a consistent period of time.
1. Stop
Communicating
-don’t talk
-don’t text
-don’t email
-don’t listen
-don’t explain
***never write each other love notes
2. Stop
Spending Time Together
-don’t go out and have fun
-don’t engage in any activities together
-don’t vacation together
-don’t go on date nights
***never enjoy each others’ company
3. Stop Setting
Goals and Doing Things Together
-don’t work on any projects
-don’t make plans
-don’t set long and short term goals in life and in
relationship
-don’t do any parenting or problem solving
***never compromise for the sake of having a good relationship
4. Stop Connecting
-don’t share experiences
-don’t turn toward each other in times of need
-don’t rely on each other for comfort
-don’t be supportive
-don’t give empathy
-don’t share your thoughts and feelings
***never show any affections
5. Stop Being Friends
-don’t be nice
-don’t be respectful
-don’t pay attention to the person
-don’t be helpful
-don’t ask for suggestions and seek advise
***never show any appreciation
Now that You Know Exactly How To Fall Out of Love...
Please...
Go Do the Exact Opposite for the Love of One Another.
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