Poll: Appropriate physical affection between heterosexual men.
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Well I know in America even a kiss on the cheek would earn you some odd looks, but I also know that in other countries that kind of behavior is rather common place. I'd say on the mouth is the point where you start going "you sure it's just platonic?". Because I've got nothing against homosexual behavior between two men, but when you start to show affection like that and claim you're straight, I begin to have doubts...
Hand-holding may also come across as odd, but it could also just be done in fun. I know me and some of my male friends have acted strange at times; skipping around with our arms locked and such. And there's nothing wrong with two dudes hugging. Especially when it starts with the forearm grab, then the tug into the hug, and finished with some nice slaps/pounds to the back. Manliest fucking hug ever.
Hand-holding may also come across as odd, but it could also just be done in fun. I know me and some of my male friends have acted strange at times; skipping around with our arms locked and such. And there's nothing wrong with two dudes hugging. Especially when it starts with the forearm grab, then the tug into the hug, and finished with some nice slaps/pounds to the back. Manliest fucking hug ever.
God what is with you living people and your obsession with touching? Seriously is being forced to share the same oxygen with each other not disgusting enough? Do you really have to swap bodily oils, and in some cases other fluids.
I wont shake your hand.. (or anything else higher for that matter) cause, yanno... I have no idea where youve been
I wont shake your hand.. (or anything else higher for that matter) cause, yanno... I have no idea where youve been
That doesn't strike me as at all odd. Mutual masturbation doesn't involve touching each other, something people often feel squeamish about. Where as kissing does.PatSilverFox said:I would say some kind of mutual masturbation would be okay, and some heterosexual males do that.tigermilk said:I heard in India it is common for two heterosexual men to hold hands in public. I think this is great but I probably wouldn't feel comfortable doing so.
Looking at the poll again, no blowjob option? Prude
But kissing would be less appropriate.
A little odd but my opinion.
I wouldn't mind a kiss ;3tigermilk said:That doesn't strike me as at all odd. Mutual masturbation doesn't involve touching each other, something people often feel squeamish about. Where as kissing does.PatSilverFox said:I would say some kind of mutual masturbation would be okay, and some heterosexual males do that.tigermilk said:I heard in India it is common for two heterosexual men to hold hands in public. I think this is great but I probably wouldn't feel comfortable doing so.
Looking at the poll again, no blowjob option? Prude
But kissing would be less appropriate.
A little odd but my opinion.
OT: Would some kind of circle jerking activity go over the line? I'm tossing that idea around in my head.
What about an option for "there is nothing that is too much"?
I enjoy seeing straight men kiss. More of this! I demand it!
I enjoy seeing straight men kiss. More of this! I demand it!
I am a straight American woman and I hold hands and kiss the cheeks of my friends all the time (male and female)
I think the same should be allowed for guys.
I think the same should be allowed for guys.
All of those things except for hugging (bro hug is perfectly acceptable) obviously handshaking, and perhaps kiss on the cheek in some cultures. If I tried for whatever reason to "cuddle" with one of my male friends, they'd kick my ass and vice versa.
Disclaimer: I am not one 100% about my sexuality. I think I'm hetero, but I might be bi. I dont think so though, never been in love with a guy, and never had sex with one either. Neither have I considereded it, altought the thought does not fill me with utter disgust. A body is a body, able to be enjoyed in many ways. Heh, that came out a bit more bi than intended
I have relatively few, but very very close friends. In celebratory situations I have actually kissed a couple of my man-friends on the mouth. No tongue! The occasion was a new years party, we all had something to drink, but were not drunk as such. We hadnt seen each other for some time (we've known each other for...10 years or so I guess). We were standing around 3 of us in a little cozy circle just enjoying the fact that we were all there and one of them kissed me smack on the mouth, and I proceeded to kiss the last one to complete the circle.
It felt strangely natural, but without any feeling behind it other than close, strong friendship. I love my friends very very much, and I am very upfront with my feelings. Kissing man-friends on the mouth is not something I do when not drunk (nor often when I am), and it is not normal to do it in my country. I am a hugger though and wear my feelings on the outside.
Not really sure if that was an answer or not, but it was a longer post than I thought it would be
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I have relatively few, but very very close friends. In celebratory situations I have actually kissed a couple of my man-friends on the mouth. No tongue! The occasion was a new years party, we all had something to drink, but were not drunk as such. We hadnt seen each other for some time (we've known each other for...10 years or so I guess). We were standing around 3 of us in a little cozy circle just enjoying the fact that we were all there and one of them kissed me smack on the mouth, and I proceeded to kiss the last one to complete the circle.
It felt strangely natural, but without any feeling behind it other than close, strong friendship. I love my friends very very much, and I am very upfront with my feelings. Kissing man-friends on the mouth is not something I do when not drunk (nor often when I am), and it is not normal to do it in my country. I am a hugger though and wear my feelings on the outside.
Not really sure if that was an answer or not, but it was a longer post than I thought it would be
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I am completely your new best friend for that quote. Tommy Boy is one of my ALL time favorite movies, goddamit Chris Farley....only the good die young.iNsAnEHAV0C said:
Brohugs are the limit where I come from. Anything further and the local boys will start to question your sexuality.
I don't care about the "limits".
I don't care about the "limits".
Bro hugs are fine, but hand holding crosses the 'weird' barrier for me. Kisses are straight out.
Personally I find it's really just a matter of personal comfort in one's, hmm, I guess sexuality would be the proper word in this context? Like me, I'm a hugger when I say hello, I'm a hugger when I say goodbye, regardless of wrapping my arms around a man or woman. Oh, granted sometimes the boys get a little butt squeeze and a pec on the cheek, but that's usually among my drama-geek friends who are as open minded as I am. Though it is always in jest (and my butt is always the first to be groped).
That said, I feel as though I can't choose one of the above poll options as it comes down to when someone feels the need to give the ol' "Woah, not cool bro." Comment.
(Yes, I have "cuddled" with another boy. It was a halloween party, I was dressed as a schoolgirl, and everyone involved got a good laugh out of the entire thing)
That said, I feel as though I can't choose one of the above poll options as it comes down to when someone feels the need to give the ol' "Woah, not cool bro." Comment.
(Yes, I have "cuddled" with another boy. It was a halloween party, I was dressed as a schoolgirl, and everyone involved got a good laugh out of the entire thing)