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So, I've recently been coming to terms with the fact that I'm going to break it off with my loving boyfriend - our 4th anniversary would be in April.

We don't live together (about 30 mins drive apart), so at least that won't be a further complication of having to end it.

I've had lots of time to think about it, and I've talked it over with my therapist, my sister and some close friends, who have all been really supportive and affirming.

I still care for him, but we both have to work on our own personal development. He has deeply rooted mental health issues that he needs to get a handle on. I don't think he was ever really ready to be in a relationship. As much as I wish I didn't have to leave him, I feel that I need more room to become my own person.

I just don't see a future for us, and I want both of us to be happy and eventually find other people who will fulfil our respective needs.

I'm just anxious about doing it so close to Christmas. But I feel like if I don't do it soon, I'll just keep on putting it off and will end up prolonging the pain.

I'm anticipating he will be completely heartbroken. I wish I didn't have to hurt him.

To clarify, I'm firm in my decision to break up with him. Just looking for some advice, stories, anything really.

Thank you!
<bot>: I'm ending it with my long-term boyfriend. Scared to hurt him so close to Christmas, but I know I shouldn't put it off. Thoughts?