Stop Arguing With Your Boyfriend

If you find yourself sick of bickering with your boyfriend – I know exactly how you feel! But don’t panic girls; I’ve got the perfect ways to diffuse an argument and de-drama your life…

1. Don’t Make It Personal

We’ve all done it. In the heat of an argument it’s easy to insult your partner just to hurt their feelings. As satisfying as this can be, try to avoid it as throwing insults only escalates the argument further – making it less likely that you’ll solve it quicker.

2. Keep It Relevant

Don’t stray from the issue – stay focused. Just because he hasn’t cooked this week and left you to do all the cleaning, if your argument isn’t actually about these issues, leave them out of it. Keep on topic and if there are other things you need to discuss then do it when you’re in a better frame of mind.

3. Know What You Want

Why are you arguing? What do you want him to say or do solve the argument? Make him understand the way you feel and what would make the situation better. If you don’t know what you want then he sure as hell isn’t going to either!

4. Apologise

Saying sorry can do wonders for an argument – regardless of who’s to blame. Letting him know that you’re sorry for arguing (even if you’re not) can make him feel understood which will make your life a lot easier in the long run.

5. Not In Public

There’s nothing worse than a couple that argues in public. Whether it’s in front of friends, neighbours or complete strangers – there is no excuse. If you have something to say keep it behind thick, closed doors – no one likes a loud mouth.

6. Avoid Alcohol

There’s nothing worse than a booze-filled argument about nothing! Drinking when you or your man have a lot on your mind is probably best avoided. Arguments that would usually be unseen sober, will burst out and bite you in the ass when under the influence and alcohol.

7.Take A Break

It’s a real cliché, but taking a moment to cool off is usually enough to extinguish most arguments. We get wrapped up in the heat of the moment and after we’ve had a few hours away from the situation – we more than likely don’t want to go back to it.