.,well gal., for me: [b]Cool Offs[/b] - are temporary.. it's actually an agreement where you and your partner or relship will stop for a while for the both of you to find some time to realize and fix things. Then if you have decided on something, the both of you might continue on your relationship or not. [b]Break up[/b] - is a permanent leave for a relationship.. you know, just like when your at work.. you resign -> you quit -> you finish it off... it's kinda the same with cool off but the difference is temporary and permanent....