It sounds so innocent doesn't it? If it wasn't for the fact that the implications are anything but fun and games for most relationships it would all be good.
The truth is that when your boyfriend wants a break it's rarely a good sign unless you use the break to change the course of your relationship.
You've probably figured out by now that what he says and what you hear are not always the same thing.
It's time to sift through what's he's saying so you know what needs to come next.
Asking for time apart usually means that he's looking for a way to call the whole thing off.
You need to take action during this break to make him change his mind.
So, what can you do to make this break work in your favor instead of against it? 1) Use this time to make changes that will matter for you both.
Do some soul searching and find out where the relationship problems exist.
Now is the perfect time to fix those problems and make personal changes that will eliminate the problems that divide you as a couple.
2) Spruce up the packaging.
While you don't want a relationship that's all about looks you should know by now that looking good gives you a confidence boost and gets his attention.
Make sure you use this time to look your best.
Take off a few pounds, tone up, try a new hairstyle, and get a makeover.
You don't have to spend a fortune to look your best but it will get his attention like nothing else.
3) Go out and start having fun without him.
Have you ever noticed that long term relationships seem to suck all the fun out of life? They can if you let them.
That's probably a little bit of what he's feeling.
Go out and be fun.
Word gets around and he's bound to find out about it.
He may even realize that he desperately wants to be the one making you laugh and have fun together.