Break-up Theories

Theories for Break-ups

Here are some of our favorite theories for break-ups:

• Theory 1: The Sudden-Death-of-Interest
• Theory 2: The Sudden-Discovery-of-Other-Interests
• Theory 3: The Sudden-Realization-of-Your-Partners-Partner's-Partner-From-Their-Friend-From-Kindergarten

Theory 1: The Sudden-Death-of-Interest

Also known as 'the classic'

'You were just going through a phase, and that phase was over'

Theory 2: The Sudden-Discovery-of-Other-Interests

When one partner's interests diverge and the other is left wondering 'what happened to my friend?'

'I thought we were both into hiking, but it turns out you just liked the idea of hiking'

Theory 3: The Sudden-Realization-of-Your-Partner's-Partner's-Partner-From-Their-Friend-From-Kindergarten

When one partner's past relationships come back to haunt you

'I never knew you were friends with the ex who broke your heart in 7th grade'

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