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04.11.02
10:24 PM
Dewayne asks, "When you break up with someone, why do they always want a reason? How will that make it better? I hypothesized that perhaps one is trying to better one's self by identifying bad traits such as clinginess."
I think he's onto it; it's both comfort and fact-finding. If the reason is justifiable, you can learn and grow. If the reason is ludicrous (or if it's real but you can't deal with it), you can write off the dumper as insane. It's like getting fired; you'd want to know the reason then, wouldn't you? Indeed, the more I think about it, I think a breakup should require an exit interview with a written evaluation:
I think he's onto it; it's both comfort and fact-finding. If the reason is justifiable, you can learn and grow. If the reason is ludicrous (or if it's real but you can't deal with it), you can write off the dumper as insane. It's like getting fired; you'd want to know the reason then, wouldn't you? Indeed, the more I think about it, I think a breakup should require an exit interview with a written evaluation:
| Key Performance Factor | Definition | Assessment |
| Support | Shares in obligations that affect both partners. Helps partner find solution to personal problems. Comforts during bad times. Agrees that partner is blameless in all situations. Admits own continual fault for all things. |
__ Exceptional __ Exceeds Expectations __ Meets Expectations __ Needs Improvement |
| Attention | Shows regular concern for partner's needs. Provides quick response to partner's wants. Drops everything at partner's slightest whim. Administers frequent massages without demanding same in return. |
__ Exceptional __ Exceeds Expectations __ Meets Expectations __ Needs Improvement |
| Personal Habits | Is aware and respectful of partner's relative desire for cleanliness and hygiene, and acts accordingly. Does not put fingers in inappropriate places (outside bedroom). Does not grope partner's parents. Does not stand naked in window and masturbate. |
__ Exceptional __ Exceeds Expectations __ Meets Expectations __ Needs Improvement |
| Interests | Does not golf. |
__ Exceptional __ Exceeds Expectations __ Meets Expectations __ Needs Improvement |
| Sexual Prowess | Libido matches partner's exactly in degree and timing. Does not want to do disgusting things partner does not want to do. Unquestioningly agrees to participate in disgusting things partner does want to do. Is willing to wear cheerleader skirt regardless of gender. |
__ Exceptional __ Exceeds Expectations __ Meets Expectations __ Needs Improvement |
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