the past. Think of it this way, giving positive energy to the end of your friendship will help you find a new one that much easier and without baggage like anger and resentment. If you end things positively, you'll be better able to get closure on the loss of your friendship. To initiate the break up, sit down at a convenient time for both of you and talk about the past issues which have lead you to the current situation. Even though you are ending your relationship, keep your discussion healthy. It doesn't pay to name call or be nasty. Let Your Friend Know It Is Over Be sure to make your break up intentions clear to your friend, or they may walk away with the impression that you're still friends. After you talk about the issues that have made your friendship unravel, let them know this is the end. Say something like: "Based on the things we've talked about, I can no longer continue with our friendship. It makes me sad to say goodbye to you, but I feel our friendship has changed quite a lot and we aren't close anymore." "I will remember the great times we have had, and I wish you the best. I will always care about you as a friend but we can no longer hang out together." Allow Your Friend to Process the Break Up Your friend may be in denial that your relationship is ending, so give them some time to process