Inner Dialogue

Can men and women just be friends? Or is there always some unspoken expectation of something more? It seems like some of the best friendships I have had with men are those where any expectation of romantic involvement was removed. It is then when all the pretenses that go along with the mating game are dropped and you can have open and honest conversations about very interesting topics, including a good look at how men and women relate to each other. Some of my best insights over the years came from talking to men in this capacity. You can have fun, you can be flirtatious, you can enjoy the sexual tension, and you can push the boundaries of your world view into places you never considered before. I like getting the perspective from someone on the other side of the fence because it helps me know myself much better. Sadly, not everyone has evolved to the point where they understand this is a possibility, and they miss out on what can be a very enriching experience.