Manbir Kaur, Executive & Leadership Coach
Did you come across the most used breakup line: “It is not you, it’s me”? This may be a good way to have an amicable breakup, keeping the other person in high spirits by assuming the blame for the breakup on your own self. For a lesser damage to the relationship, I suggest you start a conversation with this approach. You sincerely believe that your friend has the best of your interests in his mind. Acknowledge that you are not always able to appreciate his point of view. Express that you value your friendship much more than the success. You see that the conflicts that arise on a daily basis are leaving a mark on yourself and your friendship. Communicate clearly you hope to continue to be friends as usual and return to the older ways.