On Sep 13, 9:45*am, "Steve B" wrote:
"HeyBub" wrote in message

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Steve B wrote:
About three months ago, a couple of my friends started giving me male
on male hugshakes. *This consists of the two males handshaking each
other with their right hands, pulling the other male towards their
shoulder, each touching the other's shoulder right front with their
own shoulder front, and the left hands patting the other one on the
back.
Is this a new style of handshake, or does it have any secret or
ritualistic overtones?

Dunno. But if I don't know the implications or meanings of a particular
ritual, I'm sure as hell not going to participate in it.

That is the point. *I wanted to identify its origin and meaning before
continuing to allow it. *I prefer a traditional handshake. *The fist
pounding and high five is a sign of understanding or a celebration, and they
are simple expressions. *This ons is bulky, and if you are not expecting it,
or familiar with it, you almost want to pull away.

Do you often look for a conspiracy or ulterior motive? You said a
couple of buddies started doing it. If you don't trust them or their
motives, why are you buddies with them?

Look at it this way - all forms of greeting impart social significance
and in many/most cultures also illustrate the social standing between
the two people. If your buddies are willing to get in close, they're
simply saying they like you a lot - more than just a handshake. It
doesn't mean they are trying to get into your pants.

Another way to look at it - harry is against the bro hug. That should
be enough to tell you that there's nothing wrong with it.

R