Dear dazed_girl,

This sounds like a tough situation, and it's something that many teens go through. But staying in a relationship that you don't want to be in isn't healthy for either person, because you are not being honest about your feelings. Relationships only work when both people want to be in them.

In general, breakups go better when people are straightforward and direct about their feelings rather than dropping hints. Some people try to break up by being rude or distant with their partners, but this is likely to cause confusion and hurt feelings. If you're feeling unsure about what to say, you might want to try writing down your feelings before you talk to your boyfriend. Good luck!

Hope this information helps!

Take care,

teenwire.com^® Editors

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