Guys, Four Tips for Getting Out Of the Doghouse

If you’ve been banished to the doghouse by your girlfriend and need help getting her back, here’s what you need to do.

Your TO DO list:

1. Do your homework and figure out why you got so angry about losing an argument.

Also decide what you’re going to do in the future to prevent the fight you two had from happening again.

2. Schedule a conversation with her.

Do it face to face at a lovely venue. Something she’ll like. If she won’t meet you, try a phone call. If that won’t work, write a letter.

3. At the conversation, or in the letter, explain everything.

And ask her what her feelings are and what she’d like you to do differently. REMEMBER: This is your chance not to argue with her! Don’t get defensive. Practice not acting impulsively.

4. Now, the expensive part of the damage control.

Tell her you acted foolishly by making that comment, and nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, to help her remember this, give her a generous gift. Jewelry is always great. Make it something that will knock her socks off. And don’t forget lingerie.