A new trend that has caused quite a bit of debate on TikTok is the breakup weekend. Some of the users have expressed shock at this growing phenomenon, while others have seen it as something normal that mature enough people do.
For starters, what is a breakup weekend?
It's apparently just a getaway for a couple in love with the only difference being that it might be their last weekend together. In other words: couples who break up amicably (their lives take different directions or realize they want different things from life) decide to spend one last weekend together. Why?
To celebrate the time spent together, to do the things you both enjoy as a couple or to wish each other a happy life ahead. Both parties know that the relationship is over although they still have love and respect for each other. The breakup weekend is just a new way to part peacefully and with sweet memories from each other. In other words, a way to celebrate the breakup.
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Advantages and disadvantages of the breakup weekend
A breakup weekend can help make your breakup smoother because both you and your partner are helping each other process more smoothly. The opposite would happen if you each pretend to be ok and suffer in solitude with many thoughts or burdens hidden inside. During this weekend, things can be closed with a lot of prudence, sincerity and above all - you are direct.
On the other hand, if during these days you are not clear and have other expectations, it may result in a complete change of program. Perhaps you continue to harbor false hopes or your partner misunderstands the sole purpose of the weekend. Therefore, it is very important that the communication between you is honest to avoid any confusion or disappointment.
Is a breakup weekend healthy?
It depends. From your needs, your partner's or your ability to let things and stories go or to move on. It's not a good idea to go on the weekend to break up with someone you used to fight with every day, who hurt you or didn't treat you the way you deserved. In such cases it is not worth it as things get worse. A separation weekend is ok for those who are clear with themselves and their partner, but above all, sure that they will not be hurt more by these days.
Source: Cosmopolitan
