Posted by blackphaseI wouldn call our communication great but I do think we're close enough for me to tell him my reasons, I'm just worries that he'll cool off after this break
Well it likely depends on how your relationship is with the guy.. Have you already established a good relationship with communication and trust?
I would think that if you were open with him about what was going on that he would be more understanding as opposed to you just telling him that you are dealing with stuff and won't be in contact.