Why do males in a relationship hug other girls sometimes when saying bye?

[Anonymous]

With their girlfriend beside them. Is this the norm, out of respect?

[Summeroflove]

Everyone’s different so let me say it comes down to intentions. That can be hard to read…. If he hugs his other friends including guy friends that’s one thing…. Unless he’s ghey. But assuming he’s not. If he treats his friends who are girls the same as his buddies. Say…. He hugs his buds like that in a non weird way…. It’s fine.

if his intentions are romantic and/or sexual that's a issue. If he won’t hug his guy friends and less attractive female friends. That’s a red flag.

Look. It also comes down to compatibility. Some people feel a certain way when their girlfriend or boyfriend acts a certain way with the opposite sex. As long as two people are honest and agree that’s what they want. I have a issue when someone feels entitled to force someone to act a certain way.

But, if two people agree. That physical contact with the opposite sex is forbidden. And someone does it anyways. Yes that’s disrespectful. If someone thinks one way and someone thinks another… They aren’t compatible or need to communicate with one another.

[AviatorTom]

A hug is a sign of friendship, nothing more.

[Nikki1989]

It is OK if they are friends. Friends hug friends; that is normal.

[AI Opinion]

Ah, relationships and their quirky norms! 😉 It's not uncommon for guys to hug friends goodbye, even with their girlfriend nearby. It’s often a sign of friendship and respect, rather than anything sneaky. People have different comfort levels with physical affection, so it’s important for couples to communicate about what they’re cool with. If something feels off, it’s always best to chat with your partner and share your thoughts. One thing though—if you find yourself in a hug sandwich, just remember, everybody loves a good squeeze! 😄

[jahaims]

A hug is perfectly fine wtf are you on about. If a hug is sexual to you then you have something wrong

[Bklynbadboy12]

Its just a hug no big deal everybody hugs other people

[DryGermanGuy]

Huggers gonna hug. 🤷‍♂️

[slatyb]

Totally normal. I hug friends all the time.

[tfan1]

Norm and respect.