kylie, from CA, asks:

Hey I'm 17 and I have a boyfriend that is really sweet, smart, good looking. I'm going to college next year but I don't want a boyfriend when I am in college just because I don't want to be so committed and obligated to one person just yet... He is more serious about our relationship than I am and it sometimes scares me. I don't want to sound mean but I don't think I want be in something soo serious right now. Every time I tell him that, he just becomes all sad. I like and care about him a lot, I just feel like I need some space and maybe date some other guys in college. Breaking up with him has come across my mind several times. What should I do?

VictorM's advice:

Sometimes sweet, smart, good looking just isn't what you need. You're looking for experiences that he can't provide through no fault of his. But that's life.

There's a song that goes "There's no easy way to break someone's heart". Just break-up with him. You'll feel bad, I'm sure, but the sooner you do it, the sooner you'll get over it and be ready for what's to come. Don't try to sugar coat it, don't make it weepy, don't give him the "you're a great guy" crap. A simple: "I'm not ready for a serious relationship and I want to feel free for new experiences in college" is all you need to say.

Even if things in college don't turn out as you hope, you will never regret breaking-up with him nearly as much as you would if you didn't open yourself up for new experiences. Break-up with him. Do it now!