Reply #4: I haven't seen Brokeback. [View All]

[Ready4Change]

Not sure I've got the situation right. Sounds like your friend is a bit in denial about breaking up, and is saying that it can't be a break up, because there's been no screaming match, etc...? If he's really being left, he'll eventually need to get around that feeling, but it might take a while. That can be hard. He might also decide to have the screaming match all on his own. Might want to brace yourself incase you get an earful of it.

I admit I'm conflict averse. A screaming breakup is the last thing I want. And, thinking back on relationships, mine have all ended rather, well, businesslike. Or maybe with some tears, but with no screaming or damage. I'm kind of proud of that. But I've some friends who find it to be downright alien. If so, guess I'm a martian.

Hope things with your friend turn out ok.