Some reasons why people ghost are: Easy Way to Avoid Awkwardness: They have commitment issues with ghosting is the easy route to avoid the awkwardness of saying so. LeFebvre (2017) thinks that "people do it because it is a quick easy way out rather than taking the time to meet with someone face-to-face, and have a conversation that would probably be pretty awkward." Other Options or Better Options: Sometimes people ghost because they've found someone else they're more interested in. Instead of being upfront about it, they choose to disappear, leaving the other person in the dark. They might think it's easier to move on to the new person without having a tough conversation about why they're ending things. Overload & Fatigue to Handle The Relationship: Relationships require effort and emotional investment. Some people might feel overwhelmed by the demands of a relationship, leading them to ghost. They might be dealing with personal issues or stress, and feel they can't handle the added pressure of a relationship. Instead of communicating this, they choose to vanish. Fear of The Other Person's Reaction to Rejection: Rejecting someone can be hard, especially if you're worried about how they'll react. Some people might fear confrontation or hurting the other person's feelings. In these cases, they might find it easier to ghost than to face potential conflict or emotional reactions. Embarrassment To Break Off Directly: Sometimes, people might feel embarrassed or guilty about ending a relationship. They might worry about causing pain or appearing as the "bad guy". To avoid these uncomfortable feelings, they choose to ghost, avoiding the direct conversation that comes with a breakup. You Deserve To Be Ghosted: The hard truth is, "It's not me; it's definitely you," said Leah E. LeFebvre (2017). You may deserve to be ghosted if you initiated the relationship to get your "narcissistic supply," if you are toxic and sociopathic, or are already married or committed without any intention to take things further.