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How to Cut Ties with Someone

Name: How to Cut Ties with Someone
Uploaded: 2024-08-08T14:00:35+00:00
Duration: 56 s
Channel: Shanli Liu, CPA, CTP
Description: In this instructional video, the speaker outlines a concise three‑step method for ending a relationship or friendship in a respectful yet firm manner…

8 Aug 2024 · 1 min

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In this instructional video, the speaker outlines a concise three‑step method for ending a relationship or friendship in a respectful yet firm manner. First, the speaker advises “bracing” the other person by warning them that the conversation will be difficult, giving them a moment to emotionally prepare. Second, the speaker recommends ending the relationship using “I need” statements (e.g., “I need to close this relationship”) without offering justification or listing grievances, emphasizing personal need rather than blame. Third, the speaker suggests setting a clear boundary for future contact—whether to wish the person well or to request no further communication—while avoiding a detailed recount of past wrongs. The overall guidance stresses directness, compassion, and personal responsibility when cutting ties.

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What to say when you need to cut ties with someone. And yes, you could just stop talking to them altogether, but that's really fading them out. If you're in a relationship or friendship and you need to just cut it, that's the way to do it. Number 1, brace them for it. Here you're going to say something like, "This is going to be a difficult conversation," or "This might come as a shock to you," or "This isn't going to be fun to talk about." You're giving them a second to prepare their emotions. Number 2, end it without justification. You're gonna start your sentence with, "I need." For example, "I need to close this relationship." "I need to part ways." "I need to step away from this friendship." You're making it clear that it's not because of what they've done, but because of what you need. And number 3, it really depends on the relationship. Maybe you want to wish them well. Maybe you wanna tell them you don't want any further contact. But whatever it is, do not use that opportunity to list everything they've ever done wrong to you. Just be direct and cut it. So try that and follow me.