By LincsMom
on Oct 14, 2011  

I've never seen a couple take a break and it work out for them in the long run. To each his own, but it my experience it's a big NO.

By Wahida33
on Oct 14, 2011  

Taking break works as it gives both partner time to think and relax

By Easy2Save
on Oct 14, 2011  

It is good to have seperate interests/hobbies so taking that type of break can be good. Taking a break from the relationship would be a sign that it is not going to work as a long term thing.

By bobicat
on Oct 14, 2011  

Sometimes you just have to take a breather, especially if your situation is such that you are with one another nearly 24 hrs. a day. That is like being joined at the hip and once in awhile you have to just take a break for your sanity and his!

By happy2
on Oct 14, 2011  

Taking a break is someone saying I want out of this relationship.

By 1womanrevolution
on Oct 14, 2011  

I agree that each situation is different and also that married couples should not take breaks. I do however think breaks can be good and refreshing for single persons. I think some time we get so wrapped up in each other -- seeing each other and/or talking with each other every day -- that we tend to get bored or content.

By bozemanbrooks
on Oct 14, 2011  

If you need to take a break from each other, you're not meant to be together. Why waste your time. You're only setting up yourself for a heart break.

By AnnSheSpeaks
on Oct 14, 2011  

I've never had to do this so can't speak from first hand experience but my instinct is to say it doesn't sound good for a happy future. I'm sure there are others whose relationships have benefited though!

By RoseRed612
on Oct 14, 2011  

Taking a break = Breaking up

By itslizz
on Oct 14, 2011  

It doesn't work...absence does make the heart grow fonder for a minute but then you remember why you wanted a break in the first place. Either fix the situation or just walk away.