Why might a couple need to break up even if they still love each other? 

There are so many reasons couples should or need to break up even if they're still in love or love one another. Generally, couples (or at least one-half of the couple) are still in love or love one another when they break up. Something I continue to tell clients, friends, family, or anyone that will listen hah, 

 to keep the relationship fulfilling, progressing, and together. 

Society has engrained the thought that love is always enough, but that's just not the case! Love is usually what keeps us from ending relationships that should have ended long ago. You can 'love' sleeping with the lights on, but that doesn't mean it's good for you (it's actually terrible for you, btw). From trauma bonding to getting stuck in a pattern or habit with an individual, it sometimes seems easier to just continue partaking in than start anew in the unknown. Many times this prevents partners from growing individually (but in the same direction) and the relationship becomes stagnant.

Honestly, trust in the universe that what's meant for you, won't miss you. Knowing that if you can love someone 

, that doesn't necessarily benefit you in away way, think of how much you can love someone that 

Focus on things that do bring you joy. Make sure you involve movement, therapy, and trying new things in your routine(s). Also, 

, grieving the loss of a relationship takes time and it always comes and goes in waves, as with any loss. Treat yourself with kindness and respect, and give yourself the grace to do so at your own pace.

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How do you walk away from a relationship with someone you're still in love with?

In love, but breaking up.