Sociologists have documented that men and women can indeed just be friends and that there are actually benefits that come with cross-sex friendships — like learning from the other side how to best attract a mate — that you cant get from same-sex friendships.

Can a married man be just friends with a single woman?

There have been many instances where married men become friends with women, regardless of their status. Just as long as they are in a platonic relationship, there seem to have no complications or problems that arise. Friendships should be available for any two individuals, man or woman.

Can a man be best friends with a married woman?

Married mothers shouldnt have men as their best friends and vice versa. Many married women (and married men) insist that having a best friend of the opposite sex is perfectly healthy. When a woman shares intimate feelings with a man who isnt her husband, a wedge forms between her and her husband.

Can you be friends with someone youre attracted to?

So, whether two people who are sexually attracted to one another can maintain a platonic friendship isnt a yes or no question. If both friends choose not to cross the line between platonic friendship and romantic relationship, then yes, they can remain friends.

Should I be worried that my girlfriend has guy friends?

My girlfriend has a guy friend, should I be worried? The answer is: it depends. If you know, without a doubt, that your girlfriend is a woman of good character who is loyal and respects the relationship that you two have built, then no, there is no cause for worry.

Do guys talk to their friends about their hookups?

Unless you have hooked up with the same girl, then all bets are off. In fact, their conversations about sex are usually pretty brief. For the most part, they just care if it happened/was good. The idea that guys are always bragging about their sexploits is basically a myth