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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The science of breakups: As Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom call it quits, scientist reveals the strategies most commonly used to end a relationship
Following weeks of swirling rumours and speculation, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have reportedly called time on their relationship. After nine years and one child together, the I Kissed A Girl singer and Lord of the Rings actor have allegedly broken up. Their split has been 'amicable', according to sources, but details of their separation have not yet been released. However, science could shed some light on how the breakup went down. There are nine strategies commonly used to end a relationship, which can be grouped into three overall categories, according to new research. Although many studies have examined why people break up, few have looked closely at how breakups happen. A team, from the University of Nicosia, conducted two studies involving more than 600 people. Some participants were asked to imagine themselves in an unhappy relationship and write down how they would end it, while others were asked how likely they were to use 45 different breakup methods. The team grouped the 45 breakup methods into nine overall strategies. These included approaches like 'cold and distant' (gradually pulling away), 'explain the reasons' (offering a direct and honest conversation), 'ghosting' (disappearing with no notice), 'take the blame' (ending the relationship while accepting responsibility) and 'have been unfaithful' (citing infidelity or interest in someone else). The remaining four strategies were to 'take some time off' (requesting a break), 'see you as a friend' (offering friendship), 'we'd be better off apart' (explaining that separation is best), and 'avoid ending it face to face' (using a phone call or text). The scientists discovered that these nine approaches fit into three broader strategies. Analysis of participants' responses revealed the most popular breakup tactic is the 'soften the blow' approach, which 86 per cent of people surveyed said they would use. This method combined acts like explaining the reasons for the breakup, accepting some or all of the blame, and trying to convince the partner that separating would benefit both people. The second approach was 'take a break', used by about 24 percent of people. Here, the person ending the relationship suggests a temporary separation, allowing both parties to assess their feelings and decide if the relationship should continue. The least common approach was 'avoid confrontation', used by roughly 16 percent of people, in which someone disappears or becomes distant until the relationship quietly ends. Nine breakup strategies 'Cold and distant' (gradually pulling away) 'Explain the reasons' (offering a direct and honest conversation) 'Ghosting' (disappearing with no notice) 'Take the blame' (ending the relationship while accepting responsibility) 'Have been unfaithful' (citing infidelity or interest in someone else) 'Take some time off' (requesting a break) 'See you as a friend' (offering friendship) 'We'd be better off apart' (explaining that separation is best) 'Avoid ending it face to face' (using a phone call or text) 'Most people will experience the end of an intimate relationship - usually several times - with either themselves or their partners initiating it,' study author Professor Menelaos Apostolou told PsyPost. 'Because this phenomenon is relatively common and painful, I was motivated to ask how people actually do so, which the current research aimed to address. 'The most preferred one is 'Soften the blow,' involving explaining the breakup reasons, taking responsibility, and convincing the partner that separation is beneficial for both.' Further analysis of how personality traits were linked to strategy choice found a few significant links – mainly that people who had higher levels of agreeableness were less likely to use the 'cold and distant' approach. People with higher levels of psychopathy, however, were more likely to blame their partner for the breakup, the study, published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences, revealed. Katy Perry has uploaded a very telling post to as she shared a glimpse into her 'life purpose' following her split from Orlando Bloom. The US pop star, 40, re-shared a video to her Instagram Stories from a content creator who teaches followers the 'Laws of the Universe' to help them 'heal your life'. She claimed a person's purpose in life is determined by the phase of the moon on the day of their birth, with Katy indicating her purpose is to start 'new chapters'. 'The phase of the moon that was during your date of birth determines your purpose,' the video explained. According to Katy's birthday, 25 October 1984, she was born on a Waning Crescent. 'If you were born on a waning crescent, you are here to complete the mission that you feel,' the clip claimed. 'You are ending things that no longer serve the collective. You are setting the new stone for new chapters. You are here to save people.' Meanwhile, Orlando Bloom enjoyed a frisky night with a mystery woman at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's lavish pre-wedding party in Italy on Thursday. The newly-minted bachelor, 47, was spotted leaving the Madonna dell Orto cloisters with a glamorous brunette after guests were forced to end the night early following a freak thunderstorm in Venice. WHEN YOU SHOULD BREAK UP WITH YOUR PARTNER Kale Monk, assistant professor of human development and family science at University of Missouri says on-off relationships are associated with higher rates of abuse, poorer communication and lower levels of commitment. People in these kinds of relationships should make informed decisions about either staying together once and for all or terminating their relationship. Here are his top five tips to work out whether it's the right time to end your relationship – 1. When considering rekindling a relationship that ended or avoiding future breakups, partners should think about the reasons they broke up to determine if there are consistent or persistent issues impacting the relationship. 2. Having explicit conversations about issues that have led to break ups can be helpful, especially if the issues will likely reoccur. If there was ever violence in the relationship, however, or if having a conversation about relationship issues can lead to safety concerns, consider seeking support-services when it is safe to do so. 3. Similar to thinking about the reasons the relationship ended, spend time thinking about the reasons why reconciliation might be an option. Is the reason rooted in commitment and positive feelings, or more about obligations and convenience? The latter reasons are more likely to lead down a path of continual distress. 4. Remember that it is okay to end a toxic relationship. For example, if your relationship is beyond repair, do not feel guilty leaving for your mental or physical well-being. 5. Couples therapy or relationship counselling is not just for partners on the brink of divorce. Even happy dating and married couples can benefit from 'relationship check-ups' in order to strengthen the connection between partners and have additional support in approaching relationship transitions.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Newly single Orlando Bloom cosies up to Kim Kardashian at Jeff Bezos' wedding – after split with Katy Perry is revealed
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ORLANDO Bloom put on a cosy display with Kim Kardashian after his split with popstar Katy Perry was revealed. The duo have headed to Venice as part of Amazon chief Jeff Bezos, 61, and 55-year-old fiancee Lauren Sanchez's star-studded wedding guest contingent. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 9 Orlando Bloom put on a cosy display with Kim Kardashian as they embraced in Venice Credit: BackGrid 9 Kim, 44, looked engrossed in their conversation as they stood in the Italian sunshine Credit: BackGrid 9 They are on the star-studded guest list for the nuptials of Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos Credit: Getty 9 Reports suggested Orlando would be 'making his debut as a single man' following his reported split with fiancee Katy Perry Credit: The Mega Agency It comes after reports the Pirates of the Caribbean actor, 48, would "make his debut as a single man" at the A-List wedding of the year's three-day celebration. Clearly eager to embrace his stunning Italian surroundings - and escape speculation over his situation with the Roar hitmaker, 40 - he has touched down ahead of the nuptials. Orlando was seen looking casual in a black vest top and shorts, finishing off with white sports socks. He was seen stretching out as he strolled around the picturesque Italian streets with a pal, before spotting Kim, 44, and sister Khloe, 40, at nearby restaurant, The Gritti Palace. Keeping Up With The Kardashians alum Kim looked chic in black Balenciaga trousers paired with a dark bandeau top. She pulled on a pair of silver sunglasses and brushed her locks into a slicked-back up-do and was seen opening her arms to welcome the Lord Of The Rings actor into an embrace. Her sister Khloe, decked out in bold leopard-print, could be seen watching the pair as she stood alongside. The trio then sat at the same table as wedding attendees mingling at the pre-ceremony event. Jeff and Lauren's wedding venue was recently revealed as an "open air theatre" on a Venetian island. A series of jaw-droppingly pricey hotel suites have also been booked out for the happy couple and their guests. 'I thought I was going to die' - Hollywood star dropped FOUR STONE to play boxer leaving superstar fiancee horrified Kim and Orlando's warm welcome came after it was reported Katy - who shares daughter Daisy with Orlando from their 10-year partnership - told pals they were over back in January. The I Kissed A Girl songstress won't be part of the wedding celebrations - despite cutting a striking figure in a see-through top at Lauren's Hen - as she is on tour. ALL CHANGE Last week, The Sun reported how Orlando and Katy held crisis talks to try to save their relationship after leading increasingly separate lives. American news website TMZ then said Brit-born Orlando would be 'the life of the party' and that he would be hitting 'the dancefloor hard' when he arrives in Italy for the nuptials. An insider said: 'No one has decided it's definitely the end of the road for Katy and Orlando. 'They both love each other, but they have been living different lives for at least a year and in different mindsets.' It's understood Orlando and Katy are planning on reuniting on July 4 when there is a break in her touring schedule. The insider added: 'They have barely been together for a decent amount of time, without distractions, for many, many months.' Tensions within their relationship also reached boiling point after Katy's flight to space on board Jeff's Blue Origin. Katy, along with Lauren and Gayle King, were hit with a public backlash and those close to Orlando said he had warned Katy about taking part. They said: 'From day one, Orlando didn't think going on the Blue Origin mission was a good idea, and knew she would face a backlash.' DONE DEAL? Yet it was then claimed Katy - who is on tour in Australia - had told her mates their engagement was over at the start of the year, before removing her engagement ring. A source close to the couple said: 'Katy confided in friends at the start of the year that their relationship was as good as done. 'They decided to hold off on announcing anything in case things improved between them, because they are desperate to stay together for the sake of their daughter. "But they have spent barely any time together this year, with Katy on tour and Orlando working on his upcoming film Bucking Fastard in Dublin. 'She knew that taking off her engagement ring would send a clear message. 'It's been a hard year so far. They wanted to wait until the tour is over before they made their split official, although Katy has grown tired of the situation.' The couple started dating in 2016 and got engaged three years later. However, The Sun understands they had difficult conversations about their future over Christmas and in January but struggled to make a firm decision. Reps for the couple refused to comment when approached about their separation in February and again this week. 9 The KUWTK alum looked elegant in all-black attire with snazzy silver sunglasses Credit: Getty 9 Her little sister Khloe was also in on the chat Credit: Getty 9 It comes as Orlando is attending the wedding solo Credit: BackGrid 9 We reported how Katy had told her pals their nine-year partnership was over earlier this year Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Newly single Orlando Bloom cosies up to Kim Kardashian at Jeff Bezos' wedding – after split with Katy Perry is revealed
ORLANDO Bloom put on a cosy display with Kim Kardashian after his split with popstar Katy Perry was revealed. The duo have headed to Advertisement 9 Orlando Bloom put on a cosy display with Kim Kardashian as they embraced in Venice Credit: BackGrid 9 Kim, 44, looked engrossed in their conversation as they stood in the Italian sunshine Credit: BackGrid 9 They are on the star-studded guest list for the nuptials of Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos Credit: Getty 9 Reports suggested Orlando would be 'making his debut as a single man' following his reported split with fiancee Katy Perry Credit: The Mega Agency It comes after reports the Pirates of the Caribbean actor, 48, Clearly eager to embrace his stunning Italian surroundings - and escape speculation over his situation with the Roar hitmaker, 40 - he has touched down ahead of the nuptials. Orlando was seen looking casual in a black vest top and shorts, finishing off with white sports socks. He was seen stretching out as he strolled around the picturesque Italian streets with a pal, before spotting Kim, 44, and sister Khloe, 40, at nearby restaurant, The Gritti Palace. Advertisement read more orlando bloom Keeping Up With The Kardashians alum Kim looked chic in black Balenciaga trousers paired with a dark bandeau top. She pulled on a pair of silver sunglasses and brushed her locks into a slicked-back up-do and was seen opening her arms to welcome the Lord Of The Rings actor into an embrace. Her sister Khloe, decked out in bold leopard-print, could be seen watching the pair as she stood alongside. The trio then sat at the same table as wedding attendees mingling at the pre-ceremony event. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Breaking Latest Jeff and Lauren's wedding venue was recently revealed as an "open air theatre" on a Venetian island. A series of jaw-droppingly pricey hotel suites have also been booked out for the happy couple and their guests. 'I thought I was going to die' - Hollywood star dropped FOUR STONE to play boxer leaving superstar fiancee horrified Kim and Orlando's warm welcome came after it was reported Katy - who shares daughter Daisy with Orlando from their 10-year partnership - told pals they were over back in January. The I Kissed A Girl songstress won't be part of the wedding celebrations - despite cutting a Advertisement ALL CHANGE Last week, The Sun reported how Orlando and Katy held crisis talks to try to save their relationship after leading increasingly separate lives. American news website TMZ then said Brit-born Orlando would be 'the life of the party' and that he would be hitting 'the dancefloor hard' when he arrives in Italy for the nuptials. An insider said: 'No one has decided it's definitely the end of the road for Katy and Orlando. 'They both love each other, but they have been living different lives for at least a year and in different mindsets.' Advertisement It's understood Orlando and Katy are planning on reuniting on July 4 when there is a break in her touring schedule. The insider added: 'They have barely been together for a decent amount of time, without distractions, for many, many months.' Tensions within their relationship also reached boiling point after Katy's flight to space on board Jeff's Blue Origin. Katy, along with Lauren and Advertisement They said: 'From day one, Orlando didn't think going on the Blue Origin mission was a good idea, and knew she would face a backlash.' DONE DEAL? Yet it was then claimed Katy - who is on tour in Australia - had told her mates their engagement was over at the start of the year, before removing her engagement ring. A source close to the couple said: 'Katy confided in friends at the start of the year that their relationship was as good as done . 'They decided to hold off on announcing anything in case things improved between them, because they are desperate to stay together for the sake of their daughter. Advertisement "But they have spent barely any time together this year, with Katy on tour and Orlando working on his upcoming film Bucking Fastard in Dublin. 'She knew that taking off her engagement ring would send a clear message. 'It's been a hard year so far. They wanted to wait until the tour is over before they made their split official, although Katy has grown tired of the situation.' The couple started dating in 2016 and got engaged three years later. However, The Sun understands they had difficult conversations about their future over Christmas and in January but struggled to make a firm decision. Advertisement Reps for the couple refused to comment when approached about their separation in February and again this week. 9 The KUWTK alum looked elegant in all-black attire with snazzy silver sunglasses Credit: Getty 9 Her little sister Khloe was also in on the chat Credit: Getty 9 It comes as Orlando is attending the wedding solo Credit: BackGrid Advertisement 9 We reported how Katy had told her pals their nine-year partnership was over earlier this year Credit: Getty 9 Orlando flashed his ripped figure as he strolled around Venice Credit: BackGrid
Geek Tyrant
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Frank Reynolds Crashes Middle-earth in Unhinged LORD OF THE RINGS Mashup Video — GeekTyrant
If you've ever wanted to watch Middle-earth descend into absolute degeneracy, this 'It's Always Sunny in Middle-Earth' video delivers with chaotic precision. In this deranged fan edit by Your_Kryptonite7, Danny DeVito's Frank Reynolds stumbles straight out of Philly and into The Lord of the Rings , turning Tolkien's epic into a fever dream of gunfire, profanity, and gross bodily concerns. Frank doesn't care about rings or destiny, he's here to harass Gollum about STDs, ask Sauron if he can resurrect his 'dead whore wife,' and generally cause the kind of havoc that would make even Saruman think twice. It's like watching a trash goblin invade a poetry recital, and it hilariously works.
BBC News
13-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Tolkien inspires naming of Leamington's four peregrine falcons
Down the riders came, tearing down from the mountains of Mordor, through Rohan to the Shire - and there they found Frodo, Merry, Pippin and it might not have gone exactly like that but those are the four names which have been chosen for the peregrine falcon chicks hatched this year at Leamington Town Wildlife Trust invited people to share their ideas for the three females and one male before putting them to a final vote (Sauron was barred from voting).More than 900 took part in the poll and the Lord of the Rings-themed names emerged victorious, named after JRR Tolkien's hobbits. Other suggestions included the sky and stars as well as names with connections to Leamington - but ultimately, the trust said, the Middle-Earth theme was a "clear favourite".A spokesperson added that the names were submitted by Natasha and Charmain and Charmain added: "The Lord of the Rings is a British classic and these four little ones will soon wander."A live video feed continues to monitor the peregrines' progress after the chicks hatched at the end of April, at the Grade II listed town hall. Follow BBC Coventry & Warwickshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
