How long should I give him time to think?

He may need a few hours, a day, or a week to clear his mind. If you feel like space is dragging on and on, it’s okay to check-in. It’s not fair to leave you hanging for weeks at a time. But giving him a couple of days to cool down is okay.

How do you respond to a guy who says he needs space?

First, tell him you respect his need to give him space and will honor it. Second, mention your feelings about his request for space. Third, tell him that you care enough about your relationship to wait for him as long as you can wait. Fourth, tell him you will honor and respect any decision he makes.

What does it mean when he says he needs time?

Here’s what 14 men think it means when a guy says he needs space or time. “It either means they need space and time to sort through their feelings or that they want a break from the relationship to be with other women. Folks can decide which option seems more likely depending on context.”

Why did my boyfriend break up with me three weeks ago?

My boyfriend broke up with me three weeks ago because he needs to focus on himself. He got very depressed and developed low self-esteem. He has been going through a lot of changes in his life, and he’s been distant and angry lately.

Why is my ex boyfriend taking time to figure himself out?

He’s probably not very happy with various things in life—including his relationship with you, so he’s now taking some time to himself to “figure himself out.” Your ex basically wants to see if he misses you and wants you back after he’s spent some time without you or with someone else. But you and I both know that love doesn’t work that way.

What does it mean when your ex boyfriend breaks up with you?

If your ex-boyfriend broke up with you and told you that he needs to find himself before he comes back, his excuse meant the following things: The guy stopped loving you. He doesn’t understand why he can’t be with you and feels confused. He feels guilty for breaking your trust and wants to let you down gently.

Will he come back after he “finds himself”?

Since he basically said that “It’s not you, it’s him,” you now truly expect him to come back after he’s “found himself.” You sincerely believe that if you just give him a little bit of time that he’ll return and love you again. Maybe he’ll finally appreciate you, change as a person, and love you stronger than before.