<human>: So, I've been dating my boyfriend (let's call him "Fred") for about two and a half years. Things have been great. We rarely argue, and seem to have a good time together most of the time. I think we complement eachother's personalities well- he's more laid-back, I'm a little more intense. We have a lot of friends in common. Currently we live in different apartments in the same city and see eachother 2-4 times a week. 

The thing is, for the past 3 months or so, I've really begun to question the relationship. I have no desire to ever move in together, even in the far-off future, (I just don't think we're compatible enough to spend that much time together), and the idea of getting engaged/ married is far-fetched.  

I just don't really know what to do. Nothing is "wrong" with our relationship per se- he's sweet and loving- but I already feel like it's pointless to continue, as I have no desire to take things to the next level in the future. This makes me feel guilty and uncaring. 

So, r/relationships, how do you advise I proceed? If I should break up, how is the best way to go about it? I know that hurt feelings and some drama is inevitable, but I want to minimize any pain that I cause. I really do love him and want him to be able to move on.

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<bot>: Think I want to break up with my long term boyfriend of 2.5 years as I don't see a long-term future. How do I go about this in the best way?