When an argument with your boyfriend heats up, you want to change the atmosphere to prevent it from turning into a full-blown fight. But how can you change a tense atmosphere in an instant? We surveyed men to bring you nine suggestions for peacefully changing the atmosphere when you’re about to fight with your boyfriend.
1. Drink a warm beverage, such as coffee or tea
“Having just a sip of a hot drink calms me down.” Pausing the conversation and preparing a beverage can cool down hot tempers. Suggest that you calm down for a bit and have something to drink, and slowly boil the water to buy some time.