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 BeachDude4Fun

Joined: 7/30/2006
Msg: 701
Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/20/2006 7:20:13 PM
I have many friends that I love dearly and will do anything possible to help them in their happiness and life's journey but I have not approached sex with them. Although I must admit that I may have fantasized about them. My friends are dear to me and a reflection of my good will to others. I want their lives to be full, positive and dynamic. I f I can help them realize some of their goals and milestones, I am truly heartened and sex is secondary!

Peace
 sweetandsassy2

Joined: 3/14/2006
Msg: 702
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Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/20/2006 7:29:01 PM
Some of greatest friends have been men. I think it all comes down to the people, Some can and some cant have friendship without sex.
 TheScribe42

Joined: 3/30/2006
Msg: 703
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Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/20/2006 7:46:18 PM
Sure they can. Nearly every woman I've ever met has told me so.
 Huggablehottie

Joined: 8/3/2006
Msg: 704
Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/20/2006 7:48:50 PM
You are so funny Scribe!
 *ALL THAT*

Joined: 1/9/2006
Msg: 705
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Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/20/2006 8:23:31 PM
To all in Pof land and to all a good night!

Yes of course men and women can be friends. We are not (all) neanderthals now are we?

In the spirit of human suffering yes we do all need affection. That is not necessarily in the form of invasive bodily functions. A kiss on the cheek a hug a snuggle. Come on Guys and Girls you know you like it. If you... male or female got that kind of attention you would be well on your way to Mr. Or Miss Right. Male and female relationships create a sounding board for our feelings. That is a GOOD thing. Alas I must degress... my boyfriend of 3.5 yrs found another woman ...younger more ...suitable to his Greek family ... on this site. I am not bitter. I am happy he gets what he deserves? ha ....jokes... Well I am happy that people take their forks in the road and do what they do. But a friend in hand is worth two in the bush!

Having said that.. I am a true advocate of male/female friendships...They keep us focused. Come on be realistic. My friend DJ Rudy... read the testimonial. I have written others for guys I trust to women out there. Get over yourselves...Life is just too short! Challenge to anyone who does not agree. I am open to discussion!

take care friends.
Denise
 rubyred6301

Joined: 10/17/2006
Msg: 706
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Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/20/2006 9:16:27 PM
yes men and women can be friends without having sex, I'm living proof of it
 BeachDude4Fun

Joined: 7/30/2006
Msg: 707
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Posted: 10/20/2006 9:24:30 PM
Denise ---> I can already see how I can be your friend. What a caring soul! Good luck on your search and journey and may you exceed your expectations lovely. I have some good advice when you get to a fork in the road like you mentioned;--> take it!

Peace
 ecomaj

Joined: 9/24/2006
Msg: 708
Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/20/2006 10:11:15 PM
It's definitely okay so long as people know there's no competition. My best friend is a girl I've known for quite a few years now. She's like a sister to me and I look out for her as if she was. She's one of the first friends a new gf meets. Why you might ask...well the answer is simple. If the new gf meets my friend she'll know my friend is not a threat. She'll know that when my friend and I are haning out (alone or otherwise) that there's nothing to be worried about.

It's all about everyone's comfort level with everyone else. I feel that if I try to hide my friend suspicion will arise. However, if I am up front about how close a friend she is I'll never have a problem. If there is a problem you talk it through so that everyone feels comfortable.
 marshw

Joined: 8/9/2005
Msg: 709
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Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/20/2006 11:17:47 PM
Not if you're both unattached and horney.
 LucyBadCat :p

Joined: 9/4/2006
Msg: 710
Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/23/2006 12:11:52 AM
Men and women can be friends without sex practically. Usually we get attracted sexually to some extent, too and it's our hidden ( potential ) dream. But even if we don't get attracted by the person as an opposite sex, sometimes we adore, respect, trust and like the person a lot, right? Friendship is a basis for any further relationships, I believe. And we would die if we have sex with every people we meet in our lives lol
But some men use the excuse "She's a friend" and it's BS. That's a different subject. I know a few man like that. He would say "She is nothing but a friend" even if he is caught in the very act he is having sex in the bed... balloon-head lol
 mackz

Joined: 10/1/2006
Msg: 711
Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/29/2006 9:07:48 PM
Men and women can exhist in a "relationship " as friends. Sometimes, that is what attracts two people together, the fact that they can be just friends, there will be no " relationship" headaches, they can shoot the carp about anything. Be a voice of reason, a shoulder to lean on, a different perspective, someone to say " What were you thinking? " or" OH my God, I cannot believe you!!" or " Yup, thats what I thought" etc The friendship can exhist and be very fruitful, and fulfilling providing that intimacy is not brought into it. Once it has been, then the friendship boundary has been compromised. No more playin catch, and pull my finger jokes with your " buddy" cuz you crossed the line.......get yerself a tandem bike, and a picnic basket......you are gonna need it nancy Cuz your friend, is going to want you to go shopping.......ALOT!!!!!!!!!


Consequently, if there was sex, would that not be known as F buddies?? So, you are in bed with " your friend", passionate love.....JUST PASSIONATE , then your friend looks up at you and says..." Pull my Finger" cuz thats what friends do


Friendships are a great thing to have with a woman. They offer alot of insight, opinions, often you can pick up on some things you can add to your repetoire. However , on the flip side, there is the" I have a problem with my boyfriend / boss / dog / insert name here" But hey, thats what friends are for

Thats my 2 cents, and then some
 tantera

Joined: 8/1/2006
Msg: 712
Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/29/2006 9:22:32 PM
Yes they can but what's the point?

If a little sex ruins it it wasn't much of a friendship, huh?
 bellcogirl06

Joined: 9/19/2006
Msg: 713
Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/30/2006 5:41:56 AM
yes men and women can be friends without having sex i have met quite a few guys off of the internet and just be friends with them a lot of guys want you to think that they are strong but just like us women we all need someone to talk to it dont hurt to be just friends IF thats all u want. but sometimes friendship does take a diferent direction hey u got to start somewheres
BUT THE ANSWER IS YES MEN AND WOMEN CAN BE FRIENDS WITHOUT SEX
 seekmore

Joined: 8/28/2006
Msg: 714
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Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/30/2006 5:50:35 AM
I think men and women are iether attracted to each other or not. if they are some part of the attraction is sexual how can you seperate the feelings. do i think it is wrong to be freinds with many women....no. It is wrong to betray your mate though. If i have entered into a partner ship and that partner ship is agreed to be exclusive then no one should brreak the bond.
what is really wrong is that you were made to feel the fool. He obveously did not consider your feelings.
you two should go over your partner ship agreement or make one that spells out both of your views and see if you cannot come to some common ground.
 cautiouslady

Joined: 8/28/2006
Msg: 715
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Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/30/2006 6:30:52 AM
I think it's easier for women to have male friends than men to have female friends. Men are going to be men even if you're just a friend. Sorry guys, just being honest.
 Subotai

Joined: 1/31/2006
Msg: 716
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Posted: 10/30/2006 6:56:53 AM
yup I would have to agree.

yes men and women can be "friends" without sex. Not a problem.

The problem is that the "men" will have sex on the brain. Yes its true we think about sex all the time. This doesnt mean your male buddy will try to jump you ...nope that wont happen.

But dont pretend that thoughts of "bumping uglies" will never pass his mind.

this doesnt mean that you cant be friends or that the man "devalues" your friendship...he may be your friend for 50 years and never act on sexual thoughts.

But I find it funny when "people" claim that thier friendship are somehow devoid of sexual "tension" of one sort or another.

Maybe if you find each other sexually repugnent....but thats unlikely.

So yes men and women can be friends, but lets not pretend that these relationships are "devoid" of sex...its always there...and there is nothing weong with that.
 Banjo!

Joined: 7/8/2005
Msg: 717
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Posted: 10/30/2006 7:18:48 AM
'course men and women can be friends without sex haha

i have a few very close female friends, doesnt mean anything other then we're close friends
 kloey

Joined: 10/3/2005
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Posted: 10/30/2006 8:22:55 AM
Do you have sex with everyone you meet and befriend, regardless of gender? If the answer is yes, then no, you can't have friends of the opposite sex. If the answer to that question is no, then yes, you can have friends of the opposite sex.
 angel_n_heaven

Joined: 10/25/2006
Msg: 719
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Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/30/2006 9:22:18 AM
Yes, men and women can be friends without sex, I have bunch of men and female friends and i never heard they get in into sex. Will maybe it will happen when friendship turn to something more than friends.
 timeandspace

Joined: 10/20/2006
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Posted: 10/30/2006 10:05:46 AM
Course you can.
Cannot fancy every one of the opposite sex on the planet.
Lot of factors involved too to go all that way
 faithful1957

Joined: 9/3/2006
Msg: 721
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Posted: 10/30/2006 1:35:02 PM
I have alot of male friends who are like part of my family and my late b/f knew that before we got together and it was cool with him and he to had lady friends..If you have Trust and honesty and Respect you can have friend of the opposite sex..
 dylemma

Joined: 7/19/2006
Msg: 722
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Posted: 10/30/2006 1:50:26 PM
Definetely, it's a choice. I have friends I'm attracted to that I haven't slept with, and WON'T sleep with, and ones that I've never even thought of in that way, hence the term "he's like a brother to me!".

I don't see why you should automatically have sex with all your friends just because they're of the opposite gender.
 Blossom65

Joined: 9/26/2006
Msg: 723
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Posted: 10/30/2006 3:06:36 PM
Well... For me, I ALWAYS end up crossing that invisible "friends" line. Im very naughty!
 peachy1955

Joined: 8/28/2006
Msg: 724
Can men and women be friends without sex?
Posted: 10/30/2006 4:42:48 PM
Guess it depends on the person, I for one have more male friends then females,,I relate better to them,,I had a roomie who was my good friend, he even slept in the same bed with me,,,and we didn't have sex,,he got back together with his wife, which I helped him do and I was going out with someone else who trusted me and knew nothing would happen


 faithful1957

Joined: 9/3/2006
Msg: 725
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Posted: 10/30/2006 5:13:32 PM
Thats the way it should be..TRUST IS THE KEY NO TRUST THAN THERES NOTHING TO BEING WITH..
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