I am the only female in a household of males, including the dog. Men think differently, act differently, emote differently, and talk differently. Once I have gotten "in their face" about something (I believe honesty is always called for) I will not repeat it but I will let them know that I am not to be disturbed for the rest of the day. This means they are on their own to get something to eat, handle any problems that might arise by themselves, etc., but at no time are they allowed to knock on my bedroom door (called my refuge) for any reason whatsoever. This does not happen too often but I will not persist in any argument where I am in the minority, trying to explain to one of my men (well, not the dog although he listens better) why I am upset or in tears. It works 100% of the time because I am left alone to manage my frustration and hurt feelings. Please note, I consider myself one of the luckiest ladies on the face of the earth, but no household is perfect.