YAGT: Need some advice on a moving situation.

GourdMan

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I've been dating this girl for about 8 months. For a while things were going really well. I was already planning on moving to another nearby city to go to school, and we ended up deciding to get a place there together, as she was going to attend the same university.

Well, since that decision, I've pretty much realized that she's not exactly what I'm looking for. I like her, I think she's a great person, and I care about her, but during conversations about things that are important to me, things haven't been so great. (I am an atheist, and a similar outlook would be ideal in a partner, but I am willing to give it a shot with someone who may have religious beliefs, but it would honestly take a lot of other positives. This is just what I want.)

That isn't the only issue, of course... I honestly just don't have a lot of fun with her anymore. I'm pretty sure that most of my feelings of happiness early in the relationship were sort of rebound-related, as I had ended a bad relationship a couple of months prior to dating her.

But basically... the moving date is a week from now. I'm debating between these choices:

1) Ending things now, although that would be really upsetting to her given the short notice and that she really likes me.
2) Telling her that I want to continue to see her, but I cannot move in with her and would want an uncommitted relationship in which I could date other people.
3) Giving it a while longer and moving in anyway, and if things don't work out, figure things out from there as far as living situations.

 
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Don't live with her to spare her feelings. tell her now. that'd be the "man" thing to do.

Just tell her what you told us.

And welcome to ATOT. Although making your first post a YAGT is a bit much ;). You did follow the rules however. All except one, PICS!
 

LuNoTiCK

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Just tell her the truth, and also tell her that you think things are moving a bit fast and you want to take it a little slower. Basically your second choice. At least thats what I woudl do.
 

GourdMan

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I've been lurking forever so I know some of the abbreviations. But thanks for the welcome, and for the input.

I wish I'd have decided this earlier, but I suppose it's not going to get any better AFTER moving in...

Does anyone know if the holiday breakup will land me in hell?
 

DAGTA

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Originally posted by: GourdMan


Does anyone know if the holiday breakup will land me in hell?

I thought you said you are atheist. ;)


Definitely tell her now before moving in together. It will be better this way for both of you.

 

mcvickj

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I would avoid moving in together. Or at least make sure your name isn't on the lease so you can hot foot it out when the time comes.
 

Spineshank

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What ever you, do dont move in with her. Unless of course you plan on staying in the relationship.
 

psydancerqt

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tell her you've changed your mind. she needs to know ASAP if she needs to find a new place to live. dont stay in the relationship if you arent happy.
 

CarlKillerMiller

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Originally posted by: GourdMan
I've been lurking forever so I know some of the abbreviations. But thanks for the welcome, and for the input.

I wish I'd have decided this earlier, but I suppose it's not going to get any better AFTER moving in...

Does anyone know if the holiday breakup will land me in hell?

It'll only land you in hell if you let it have that sort of effect on you. Personally, I think that if she's a good person and all that, even pitching idea #2 is a mistake.
 
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Don't lead her on... Don't move in with her if this is how you feel.
Be frank and up front with her. She will apprciate it and it will make you look like a nice person, not an ass.
Tell her honestly how you feel. Don't muddy the waters by moving in THEN having to deal with moving out after things go awry.
 

SmoochyTX

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Tell her now how you feel and definitely DO NOT move in with her.

ETA - And welcome to AT! :)
 

chrisms

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You need to tell her now. You should not get locked down to a place with her if you are going to dump her. I don't know your exact situation but if you haven't signed the lease yet that would be really messed up to sign it with her and then leave.

Besides the lease if you are not committed to moving into that place then at least she can find a different living situation. The idea she has now revolves around you two being together, she may want to live someplace different if you split up.

Even if my assumptions aren't true you shouldn't make a commitment as serious as moving in with her if you are just leading her on.
 

fLum0x

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once you get it out on the table, it will be easier to talk about with her and others if you ever run into this. Although, the other comment earlier about letting her know ASAP is key since it will be short notice for her.