Another way to position this could be, “I’ve been throwing myself so much into my career [or family]. I’ve been trying to spend some time developing myself, doing some self-improvement. Because of that work, I’ve had to shift the way I relate to you and the nature of our relationship. I just want you to be aware of that. I want you to know that as I sort through this, my time is going to be limited. I won’t be able to spend as much time doing some of the things we used to do. I’d really appreciate and value you being a part of my life. I hope I have your support as I sort through what life
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