Ask HN: Should I part ways with my cofounder?
I used to be like your brother; possibly worse. Overweight; unable to find motivation; waiting for things to fall into my lap; waiting for things to be &#x27;perfect&#x27; before starting anything; hiding behind video games and blaming others for problems I created entirely. There&#x27;s a lot of us out there, and your co-founder sounds like one too.<p>Don&#x27;t be cruel or unkind, but be honest. Tell him to move aside, and go on without him for both your sakes. If you stay as you are you will both rot. If he can overcome his problems (with time - you can&#x27;t force it on someone who doesn&#x27;t want it) he will understand what you did, and why. If not, that&#x27;s just too bad. I would bet, however, that your brother will <i>eventually</i> get tired of being tired, and pick himself up. When that time comes, you&#x27;ll be there to reach back and pull him forward.<p>Best of luck.