Craig,

…I realized that I did not in fact want the relationship to end, but rather I wanted her silent treatments to end. Instead of saying “I am ending the relationship,” it would have been more accurate to say “Stop not talking to me. I can’t stand it. Let’s do this differently.”  … I could have been wiser in how I handled myself, …

I believe that she is what she is no matter what you said to her or how you phrased it.  She would not have changed her behavior.

I use to believe if the other person loved me or wanted the relationship to work then they would take in my requests and change.  I don’t believe that anymore.

I do hope that those who are self-aware have the tools and awareness to be able to communicate back with me.  This way we can have a discussion that possibly evoke changes to make the relationship better.

For the most part, I can only state my truth and make clear requests with the other with no attachment to the outcome.

Mark