I like to think I would’ve enjoyed being born in the 30’s or 40’s. How simple things seemed to be, how people dressed, and how inexpensive everything was. That all seems wonderful to me; but then I remember they didn’t have iPhones or Twitter back then and I quickly change my mind.

Actually, now that I think about it, what I like most about those years are the movies. In films from that era, men seemed to know how to treat women. Doors were opened, chairs were pulled, and hands were softly kissed—it all seems so lovely. And yet, watching Mad Men ruins the belief as a whole. Thanks a lot, Draper!

Regardless of how things really were, the truth remains that women deserve to be treated special. As I stated in Part 1 of this guide, I believe I know how to treat a lady, and even though my “expertise” comes at a price (failed relationships aplenty HI-OH!), I think it’s important to share such specific knowledge.

Forthwith, I’d like to present to you Part 2 of my guide on “How to Make Her Feel Special”. Most of these will seem rather simple, but women appreciate a simple gesture if it’s done with the right motives.

Okay, here we go:

Hold Her Hand
I’m going to tell you a secret, but you can’t tell my girlfriend: I do not like holding hands. I KNOW, RIGHT? But it’s nothing to do with the girl; it’s because my hands get sweaty pretty easily. What girl likes to get sweat dripped on her (don’t answer that)? However, holding hands with a female shows her that you’re there for her, that you’re acknowledging her presence, and most important of all, that you’re proud to be seen with her. Hold her hand unexpectedly (in a non-creepy way) and I guarantee she’ll smile. Do it to it.

Take Pictures with Her
Most dudes grimace at the thought of having their pictures taken. Why? Because we don’t enjoy being seen doing feminine things and having your picture taken is considered as such. But, if you’ll pose with her when she asks, not only will she be happy because you did as you were told (don’t try to deny it, women), but it’ll show her that you don’t mind being captured in a moment with her for forever. It’ll mean something special to her and that in turn, will make her feel special. Win/win.

Make Her Something
Any schmuck can buy things with money. But giving her something you made with your own two hands? She’ll melt right there on the spot. And that, my friend, is a good thing. Plus, you don’t want to be the guy who inspires the next Taylor Swift-esque hit song, “He Never Made Me Nothin’ (And So the Tears Fall on My Mandolin)”. It’s coming…just don’t be the guy that causes it. Please. I’m begging you.

Send Her Flowers Where People Can See Her Get Them
Women like to feel superior to other women (they can deny it all they want but it’s true and they know it). So if you make a point of sending flowers to her at work or school, other women have to sit there and watch her be fawned over by her sweet boyfriend/guy-she’s-talking-to/guy-who-wants-to-be-more-but-she’s-not-sure-how-she-feels-about-him-just-yet, and this is an incredible feeling for her. She can pretend to be humble like, “OMG, he’s such a sweetheart!” when she’s really thinking, “SUCK IT, LADIES BWAAHAHAHA!” (this will probably cause a keying of my car, but I stand by my beliefs. I regret nothing.)

Introduce Her to Your Parents and/or Friends
It’s rather simple: females like to feel appreciated and worthy of praise. A super easy way to do that? Introduce her to the people you care about. Let her meet your parents, have her hangout with you and your friends, or take her to church/your AA meeting. This lets her know that not only do you care about her, but you’re proud of the woman she is—proud enough to let the people in your life know that she’s with you. This will do wonders for the relationship…unless your mom hates her. Then you’ve got problems and we need to talk about extradition to Cuba or something.

These 5 simple tips should do the trick in making your lady friend feel special. If they don’t, either she’s REALLY hard to please or you shouldn’t be listening to a guy who once bought a girl a brush with a built in mirror as a birthday gift (I was 13 but still…).

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