Why does a woman have to give up her male friends when she's dating?

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capriVib · Accepted Answer

Because women are smart, they know all too well that men and women cannot remain friends for long. The male friends women keep in their lives are either for cheap attention or are backup options they keep on standby for when they cannot find a better man.

I must say that, outside of improving communication skills or temporary entertainment, a friendship between a man and a woman is a completely doomed investment and contributes nothing to a man's professional or social network building.

exitseven · Accepted Answer

She does not but cannot have sex with them

Ez-Bri-Z_v2 · Accepted Answer

She doesn't and shouldn't give up her friends for an insecure partner. All these guys who say women and men can't be friends are just projecting their own thoughts on to those guy friends. They know that they would want to hook up with a female friend and think that other men are just like them. They are pathetic losers who just can't control their libido and expect others to be the same.

Nikki1989 · Accepted Answer

Insecure men will be insecure and immature. No woman should waste their time on them. They will always be a huge pain in the ass to be with.

Taurus_Woman · Answer

From my point of view, it’s often better for a woman to distance herself from male friends when she enters a relationship. I think it helps avoid misunderstandings, unnecessary jealousy, and situations that can create tension between partners.

In my view, a relationship should have clear boundaries, and focusing on each other helps build trust and emotional security. Keeping close friendships with the opposite sex can sometimes blur those boundaries, even if there are no bad intentions.

So for me, choosing to step back from those friendships feels like a way to protect the relationship and keep it stronger and more stable.

It’s not only about women, men should also be willing to step back from close friendships with the women when they are in a committed relationship.

I think a relationship works best when both partners set clear boundaries and prioritize each other’s comfort and trust. Even if there are no bad intentions, keeping very close friendships with the opposite gender can sometimes create misunderstandings or emotional tension.

Summeroflove · Answer

It depends on the intentions of these friendships sometimes people are blind to the meaning behind friendships sometimes women use male friends as quasi relationships and sometimes men have female friends just to orbit until the get a chance.

All relationships are different so if two people have the same standards such as no friends of the opposite sex…. I don’t see anything wrong with that. I see something wrong with being controlling of someone else and wanting to force someone into your standards instead of leaving to find someone more compatible.

Here is what I know. I know if a woman’s going to cheat she’s going to cheat. Even if I could physically stop her from cheating that sounds like a miserable way to live. If someone has it in them at some point or another the opportunity will arise. If she has low morals and integrity it’s going to happen point blank dudes. And there’s so many so called alpha men whose girls are banging other dudes.

Finchie40 · Answer

Because the guy she is with is insecure , no one should have to give up any friends’ in a relationship , unless the friends’ are toxic toward the relationship. Overall a couple should set boundaries with each other if they want the relationship to last and for love to continue to grow with each other , boundaries aren’t’ control , boundaries are meant for the both of you to be on the same page with things , so whatever you don’t want your partner doing to you , needs to be the same boundaries for you as well, not the other way around

ElenaSeluna · Answer

Not necessarily.. I have always had male friends, and they are nothing more than just friends. However, one must take into account the circumstances of each situation and the nature of each individual… Some men, for instance, do not appreciate their partners forming close friendships with other men.. consequently, a woman must adapt to this reality if she loves her partner. Nevertheless, this does not, by any means, imply that she should erase her own distinct personality….

ohsheeT · Answer

She doesn't have to do anything same with a man he doesn't have to do anything either you do it out of respect to say okay I Found You You Found Me and this is who I want to be with it's out of respect that's all you don't have to do it but your relationships not going to go very far

PeachyPie93 · Answer

No one has to give up their friends for a partner. Tho people should stick to people they accept. Like personally I wouldn't make someone get rid of opposite sex friends for me I just wouldn't date that person since clearly we are not compatible. Same as if a chick dresses like a slut when you met her you shouldn't try to change her, you should date someone who dresses more conservative.

menina · Answer

She doesn't, but many men don't like the idea. So, to avoid jealousy and other problems, she stays away from them.

Many people believe that a man and a woman can't just be friends.

I've seen men giving up on female friends because of a relationship too.

lilBigPotato · Answer

She doesn't. If the guy is that insecure or possessive, he's not worth her time. There are plenty of normal guys who understand that you can be just friends with the other gender.

Iron_Man · Answer

Because I’ve heard so many stories they’re really not the girls friend they’re pretending to be because they want her for themselves and as soon as as she fails in her relationship, they’re there for the taking

Screenwriter · Answer

No one has to give up ANY of their friends, no matter what sex they are. If someone's asking you to, they have self-esteem, jealousy problems or control problems or all three. Look elsewhere for a boyfriend.

Tamera952 · Answer

She doesn’t, and shouldn’t. WTF? And all these crazies in the comments seem to have a really bleak generalizations and base-level un-evolved outlooks, I guess, when it comes to interpersonal mixed gender relationships.

CupcakeTheDestroyer · Answer

Because men are insecure and they’re confident no man would be around a woman unless they wanted to fuck her, because they also have no intention to be around a woman unless they have an opportunity to fuck her

Smegskull · Answer

Because I don't know those friends and I don't know if they can be trusted.
If she has 1 or 2 I would probably ask to get to know them and if they seem above board I would probably allow it.
If she has like 20... I am not going to vet that many unknowns and statistically there is a threat in there so just throw out the whole batch.

Telekinetic-Potato · Answer

They don't and anyone who says different is either a pussy or dating a girl who's still on her pussy world tour... Or she just never respected him which I guess defaults back to sloot.

Sunshinelips · Answer

Men and women struggle to be genuine friends (unless he’s gay) because there will always be feelings or sexual thoughts there.

demonics · Answer

I hate when this happens.  "He's just insecure" vs "he's probably cheating on you sis!"

g123hi · Answer

depends on the relationship of her and the male friends. if it truly is just friendly, she doesn’t have to give them up- if she is forced to, then she’s being controlled. but some girls tend to have unawareness in the way they treat/behave around their male friends, and others may notice a flirtatious nature yet they’ll deny it- at this point, it’s respect and loyalty to her boyfriend by giving up these friends. but each to their own i guess..

siefert_S · Answer

If the relationship is built on a stable foundation of authentic communication, there's usually no reason to give up friends as long as everyone feels secure.

molonski2 · Answer

Because every man who is hanging around ( and is not gay ) wants to Fck her , you can't have male friends you cannot trust any of them. They all want to same thing..

RandomGirl42 · Answer

My girlfriend doesn't care I have male friends. 😊

LifeHitMeandRan · Answer

Why does a guy have to give up his female friends when he's dating? Same standard and same reason.

LiamJHayden · Answer

I am not giving up my best friend since I was 4 (female) nor two other female friends I have had since elementary school, so it would seem hypocritical for me to demand she give up her male friends.

Maybe_Maybe_not · Answer

She does not have to do that. She does not have to fix whatever issue any guy may have with the fact that she is free to have friends.

Anonymous · Answer

because most guys are horny and regardless as to what they claim, hey will check out your ass when you bend over in front of them and that is not a good feeling for a guy who is dating you knowing that some of your male friends may even be masturbating thinking about your ass or tits, etc.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

Who says? None of my girlfriend's have EVER been forced to end their male friendships!! EVERYBODY needs friends on both sides!!

WhitneySnow · Answer

She doesn’t. Unless those friends like her, then it can get awkward.

slatyb · Answer

She doesn´t. If a man demands that, she should keep her friends and drop him.

Hunter-40m · Answer

To give her full attention to her lover İ guess but when the things get complicated they remember their friends for useful advices ör tactics

darkcloud1945 · Answer

Sorry to say, but she is dating an asshole. Bet you he still has old girlfriends around, but he is a guy that is ok

Vegasrunner · Answer

I dont allow any of my women to have male friends when they are seeing me, unless they are paying her bills.

dudeinohio · Answer

Because guys, being guys will wnt to get in bed with their female friends..

WTheShocker · Answer

She doesn't necessarily have to, where is this coming from? It's the two people that make this decision. If she decides to go with his preferencs, that's her choicce

beefcakebradybatson · Answer

She can have boy buds, if her boyfriend is amenable.

Anonymous · Answer

Not always 😋🤭😈🍑 I'm a big man. Not insecure

Anonymous · Answer

She doesn't just don't expect that relationship to last very long.😆

bloodgod250 · Answer

Some guys may see the other male as competition

Hassanroohani · Answer

What a dumb question is this. That's clear red flag

NathanDavis · Answer

I never had to...

ArrowheadSW · Answer

I am fine with a woman having guy friends.

queenofcardio · Answer

She doesn't.

Ivyravegirl · Answer

It’s just a belief, no one has to hold onto it

Godihateyou · Answer

Because women are untrustworthy

Anonymous · Answer

I don't think she has to.

RedInnocent69 · Answer

Yes, both

oldman26 · Answer

Why should she

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