Can I keep my boyfriend from breaking up?

Dear Advice Girl,

My boyfriend and I have been dating off and on for 2 years. He breaks up with me over the smallest things, then 3 months later we're back together. We just split up again 'cause he says I'm smothering him and he needs his space.

What can I do to get him to have a relationship with me? How do I convince him? What do I say?

Signed,
   Angela

Dear Angela,

If a guy tells you that he needs his space, well...it's probably a good idea to give him his space. He definitely doesn't want a serious relationship (at least not with you), and nothing you say or do is gonna change that.

It's harsh, but it's true. You can't magically make a guy want to be your boyfriend. Especially one who's proven to you over and over that he's not ready to commit.

If he comes back you in a while and makes it clear that he's for real this time, then it's okay give him another chance. But don't wait up for him.