I Dumped My Girlfriend and Now I Want Her Back - Steps to Take Starting Today by Gillian Reynolds

"I dumped my girlfriend and now I want her back." When a man says this it's always tinged with a deep sense of regret. It's unfortunate that we can't get a quick glimpse into the future before we end a relationship. Sometimes the grass seems greener on the other side but it just ends with you feeling lonely and depressed. If you dumped her and now you wish more than anything that she'd give you another chance, you need a plan to make that happen. You can get her back but you have to follow some very specific steps.

When a man dumps his girlfriend and it's obvious that she still very much loves him, he's faced with having to deal with her emotions. What many men do is they just shut their girlfriend out. They refuse to take her calls and they ignore any text messages or emails that she sends. In essence, they make her feel as though her emotions just don't matter. If you did this, you need to start your quest to get her back by apologizing. Not only should you be apologizing for your behavior after the break up, but you need to make amends for the break up itself too. Let her know that you are deeply sorry and that you realize what a huge mistake you've made. Don't be surprised if she doesn't accept your apology immediately. She's hurt. Give her some time.

Your next step to get her to give you another chance is to talk to her about being friends. Don't automatically jump into a dialogue about how you'd be a better boyfriend if she would just take you back. That will overwhelm her and you don't want to do that. She needs to feel that you're not putting any pressure on her. She's going to be very mindful of protecting her heart from you, so don't be shocked if she's a bit standoffish or cold to you.

Instead, just let her know that you miss her and you'd enjoy keeping in touch. Most women are open to this and they appreciate the gesture. You need to act like a good friend during this time. Be kind, friendly and very supportive. Let her know that you're there if she ever needs a hand with anything. She'll come to see you as someone she can depend on and that will help lay the foundation for you two to try your romance again down the line.