Two weeks ago, my boyfriend at I decided to take a break from our relationship because of my boyfriend’s recent diagnosis of depression. He stated that being in a relationship was too much for him to handle at this point, and that he needed some time for himself to restart his life (start a new job, move into his apartment, going to get help for his depression etc).

We agree not to speak again for a month, and then after a month talk and see where we both were in regards to a relationship. I love my ex-boyfriend to death, but totally respect his wish for time and space during his relationship. However, it is very difficult for me not to call him and see how he is doing.

Before we decided to take a break, my boyfriend and I had been dating for over a year, and had been very good friends two years previous to that. I know that we will remain a part of each others lives for a long period of time, I would just like it to be on a relationship level instead of a friendship one.

My question is, do you think we will get back together in the future, and if so, what are some tips to ensure that we do get back together. Thanks so much for your help.

Tags: apartment, diagnosis of depression, friendship, good friends, new job, Odds, period of time, relationship, time and space