You Knew It Was Over When...

Everyone who has ever been in a relationship that was ended by them had a point where something happened, and they knew, "Yeah, it's over." It could have been due to a lack of action when perhaps some should have been taken, too, but you knew that you no longer wanted to have anything to do with the other person. Boomer X has been around much longer than Millennial Z and has had many more instances of those events. It never feels good, and it isn't due to a moment of anger or a snap decision either. Typically, it's the straw that breaks the camel's back after many bundles of straw being loaded upon the camel, and that one extra bit of straw is a burden too great for the relationship. For Boomer X, it is an indication that that person clearly has no empathy or regard for him as a person or is attempting to be manipulated for another person's own benefit and his detriment. It could also be when it's obvious that another person's lies or falsehoods are believed over facts presented by him despite being aware that the other person is a known liar and being aware that what he is stating is true. For Millennial Z, it's usually about a complete divergence in values and lifestyle knowing that harmonious co-existence can no longer continue. Of course, this could happen in romantic relationships or close friendships and to be aware that, "No, this is not my path and nothing good can come of this," is a wise decision that many people can't make due to fear of loneliness or peer pressure and a desire to belong or be agreeable unless it's obviously and immediately destructive especially with friends and family. One thing that became grossly apparent to both in this podcast, #28, is that when outside authorities or brought into a relationship to force or compel another to conduct themselves in a way desired by the other, the relationship is done. If it does continue, it only gets worse, or it has become so bad that injured feelings or biased thoughts color every perception of the other person who can now seemingly do nothing correct even if they are doing everything perfectly. Also, it shows a complete lack of regard for the other person and the point that whatever you want is more important that anything the other person does. Even if justified, the fact that it had to be done indicates it's time to end it as these two people just don't get along and should not be around each other. Many experiences are discussed from romantic relationships to friendships, family and business or employer relationships, and we hope you all enjoy the discussion. Thank you for listening and please subscribe!