Is it possible for men to be near women and not degrade them?
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Sure it is.  There are even very sincere male Goddess-worshipers, who find something sacred and divine in women.  There are also men who, while not going that far, are sincere in their affection for all that is a woman, not just the part she keeps covered by her underwear.  But such gentlemen must be raised by gentlemen, and have ladies worthy of that sort of devotion modeled for them in their mothers, sisters, aunts, cousins.  \n\nJust as obnoxious, overbearing and even violent men have often learned that from their fathers, grandfathers and uncles, noble gentlemen learn from their male relatives. Most people learn by example most of the time.  (Sobering thought, isn't it, parents!)
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I think so, yes.  For most women, their sexual desires come from the warm feelings they have towards their partners.  The friendship bonds between women can be quite strong, often emotionally stronger than the relationships they have with their husbands.  It's only natural to let all that warmth, friendship, love, and safety flow into curiosity about lovemaking.  Every woman has thought about it, and if a woman says she hasn't, she's lying.  The more defensive and angry a woman gets when asked this question, the more she's thought about being with another woman.
409726
Just like women we dont want 2 be hurt either. I just think that men are not programmed to be that way, its sad but true. We also dont want to feel like a wimp so we hide those feelings and never really show the real us, until sadly its to late.  Words of advice ask once, then try other ways of finding out what u want to know.
476484
It depends, but generally no. Women occasionally needs a guy who can control them and tell them what to do, even though they know what they're doing. Some people call it affection craving. just know when to submit and when to stand up as a man.
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I am honestly not believing some of these answers. lmao. Yes men are men and no not every does it. and don't believe for a minute that its because he finds you lacking and them not. what the heck ppl!! my honest belief. I think you have people that just simply enjoy people. I watch people all day long, men and women. It dont make me a bad person, nor a lesbian. I think women are beautiful in all shapes and sizes. I like how a woman can carry herself, and how she may or may not use her hands to talk. The way she tries to act like she dont realize she is being looked at. A smile. on either a woman or mans face, is a wonderous thing. Just so on how their lips lift slighty at the edges. Its either an amused smile, or a happy smile. Come on.. It does not have to be a bad thing. If you can't beat um join um. I point out women for my husband to look at. To show him, I too can recongnize a looker, but it also lets him know. I am aware of what and who he is looking at, without causing offense. Good luck hon:)
46073
Guys are attracted to women who take responsiblity for their own feelings and needs, they might need a parnter to help them to meet the needs, but they don't put all that on the other person.
420865
Are you attractive? Obviously. Without any male competition(boyfriend or husband) most men will be even braver than ever. I was with some army buddies when one of them came running into the bar-" There's this bar next door and its full of women!" We went in and found out it was a lesbian bar but even though no body hooked up it was fun hanging with people who liked women just as much we do with out the cockblocking tension.
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I agree somewhat with Katrina, that men can be intimiated by independent and strong women.  But, as a guy, I would say "put off," not exactly intimidated.  For example, I recently dated a gal who I was very attracted to, although she wasn't stunning- she just "did it" for me.  But, she spent too much time telling me about her degrees from MIT, how she worked for Steve Jobs, etc..  Relationships are about humanness to me- life's little problems, emotionality, sensuality.  I talk shop all day at work, and want something deeper in a relationship.  It just got to a point where I didn't want to hold a conversation with her, since we just couldn't connect.  I guess the point is maybe revisit the guys you like with a deeply human approach, and see how that works.  I agree with the rest of the posters-  it's hard to meet someone you like.  It's true for me, too.  I live in the middle of nowhere.
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well the reason we know usually is because we also are waiting for the invite! not all women dont get me wrong but alot of us lol and we can pick up on the vibe and the look when a man wants to sleep with us women you men have a "certain look" about you i would say good luck to you but it seems as if you have it all under control! lol but always be safe and respectful of us women
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yeah i think so because it just sort of seems that women are more understanding towards people being themselves. i dont think ive ever met a guy that doesnt have a problem with a gay man. of course most guys do like lesbians tho but thats mostly cuz they are pervs lol, j/k. i think it just creeps guys out because they cant see themselves doing things with another man, women on the other hand will get drunk and kiss a chick and not care a bit.
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If you got along well, men rarely turn away from a woman he knows likes him.  Men are usually only putzes because they doubt woman like them.  Be very upfront about what you want, and I bet that you can get it.
649379
No.\n\n Not normal.\n\n       like much better than normal.\n\n              Ladies give that man a hand.
482645
Believe it or not some guys are not out just for looks. Now I am not going to lie there has to be a physical attraction. However I have dated some drop dead sexy women who have tried to use me as a rug, and I would not allow it so I got rid of them. I have also dated some normal everyday looking women who although were not model material did treat me  the way I prefer.
973734
It is a social flaw.  Men believe that it is OK to be with many women, while women feel ahamed to say how many men that they have been with.
496625
Absolutely.  If a guys isn't as comfortable as he thought he was, what's the point in going through with something that's probably going to screw up anything relationship-wise that could be possible?  It's not fair if girls are the only ones abiding by "no means no"...although, he might consider not going through all the motions (just as women should) if he's not going to play the whole game.
580772
NO.  Guys dont want to be friends right way with someone that they shared a lot with.
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I realy do think that Men and Woman can be close even Very close friends, with out there being sex.\n\nI have many Female friends, and the thought has nether entered my mind that there could (nor would want) there to be anythink more.\n\nIt is a VERY sad world we live in if Men and Woman were only close for sex! \n\nIt mattres not about being gay or even ugly, All poeple can be friends man and woman, woman and woman, man and man, what dose it matter.\n\nYour friend and many others out there are just very closed minded, and are just going along with what we are told and not what thay them self think.