Ending an affair with a coworker is very difficult because you see each other every day and you may even have to work together. The sooner your relationship ends, the less difficult it will be.
Relationships with a coworker are very common today for different reasons. First, you spend at least 40 hours a week in your office. Second, coworkers share the same interests and passion, especially in things related to their field.
Third, there are more women workers now than before. Lastly, movies and television shows somehow show that a certain level of flirting is exciting and sexy.
An affair with a coworker is very complicated and will result in great tragedy if you don’t stop it right away. Some people even consider quitting their job or asking to be transferred just to end their relationship with the office.
Here are some tips for ending an affair with a coworker:
Commit
It is very important that you are decisive in ending your relationship. Think about the pros and cons. Understand that an affair is one of the most common reasons for divorce and that many families have been destroyed because of it.
Be direct and honest
Tell your coworker that you want to end your adventure because it is wrong and you don’t want to be a home wrecker or you don’t want to put your own family at risk.
Avoid him or her
It is inevitable that they will see or even talk to each other at work. But you shouldn’t be with him if you don’t have to. For example, it is not advisable to go to lunch together or even in a group. Don’t put yourself in a position to rekindle some of your memories and moments together. Your recovery will be much faster if you stay away from each other.
Cut all communication
Not only should they stop seeing each other, but they should also stop talking on the phone or texting or emailing with. Delete their contact number and you should change yours too.