Would you think it strange if a woman preferred the company of men?

Question

Because she related better to men?

Or would you assume she had some sort of sexual agenda?

I have female friends as well.

But I can talk about more in depth things with men: deep philosophical issues that my female friends never even think about.

Holykrikey - 771 answers, 8 questions.

Ask a few more questions it may help with the ignorance problem.

you_don't_say - I have my own man. It is my man that gives me the grief.

George_graham_crayford - 1192 answers, 8 questions
as for holykrikey above

Have you guys ever thought that your view of the world is slightly skewed? If so it could be because you never try to see it from anyone elses point of view. You think you already have ALL the answers, so you don't need to ask questions.

Answer 1

I find it strangely familar, but ever disappointing when you get ignorance that revolves around a woman's motives e.g find yourself a decent man, you are insecure etc. My experience of the question, is the "When Harry met Sally" Can a man and woman ever be friends without sex being on the agenda? Personally I can say yes the majority (not intentionally or necessarily all ) of my friends are gay men and women. I guess it could be because for me friendship (instead of aquaintanceship) is about having a connection above and beyond merely passing the time of day or putting up with someone because you happen to work with them. It is about an unspoken and intelligent understanding. It is about being able to rely on each other without sex having to ever really be an issue.
So for me someone like you eg a happily married or co-habiting woman is far from threatening in fact it is refreshing. Someone who can give an opinion, but will listen to others. Someone who can laugh at your jokes, but not patronise you. Above all you can trust because there are no complications or hidden agendas, just a simple friendship!

Answer 2

The sexual agenda is "Society's" assumption. I worked with and for a number of women for several years in a position that was mostly filled by women and by a huge margin. This was a stereotype reversed, I was "one of the girls". The women I worked for were in traditionally male positions and I don't know of them having any problems socialising with their peers

I currently work with a woman in a peer position. She is "one of the boys" and there has been no problem with people stepping over the line.

Socially, I do know a few women who seem to prefer the company of men. A sexual agenda does not work in that situation because of all the big brothers she suddenly acquires. Sorry, nay-sayers, but a sexual agenda works much better in a one-on-one situation where a woman prefers the company of a man and he prefers the company of a woman. A woman hanging out with any kind of organised group of men tends to become a mascot and not someone to mess with.

Answer 3

Definently not.

Some women prefer the company of men rather than women simply because with men there is less drama & probably they can relate more in terms of sports & hobbies.

Personally, I prefer being in the company of guys & so do some of my other girl friends & we can all relate that our tomboyish upbringing plays a big role in it. The only reason I would assume a woman had some sort of sexual agenda is if she constantly flirts with the men--such as lots of touching & complimenting, something that's obvious.

Answer 4

I would not assume anything that is sexually motivated just by a woman wanting to hang out with men. Some women, including myself, have a better time relating to men than other women. Men seem to be easier to get along with and a lot of the drama that is typically associated with having female friends is absent when you socialize with men.

Answer 5

I much prefer the company of men I find them less intense and easier to have a laugh with. However I tend to find after a while of making new male friends that its actually them with the agenda and most of the time they think things might go further than friendship. It drives me mad as I'd rather just have a circle of male friends but unfortunately they are programmed to think from inside their trousers first! But I definately dont have a sexual agenda with male friends, I'd find it more difficult to be like a mate to a guy if i fancied them.

Answer 6

I prefer men for friends than woman. They are more relaxed and will say what they are thinking instead of getting catty. I have a good sexual relationship with my husband so sex doesn't even cross my mind when I hang out with the guys.

Answer 7

a lot of women prefer the company of men. It's the guys that usually have the sexual agenda though.

Answer 8

I prefer the company of men. They talk about things that interest me, different from the usual woman talk.
I never think of them in a sexual way.
I guess when I'm with them, I'm just one of the guys. It's funny, because to me it's just talking to another human being, not another sex.

Answer 9

Its not strange at all. My wife is more at home with men than women. As to sexual agenda you just have to make it clear to the men you are with were they stand so that there are no embarrassments. As long as you are consistent in your messages they will understand and respect your wishes.

Answer 10

I think women who have gotten past all the drama often prefer to spend at least some of their time with men. Men are so matter-of-fact and easy to be around. When you need to chatter, though, you want a girlfriend.