RicodJour wrote in
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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 t
hey
are simple expressions. *This ons is bulky, and if you are not
expectin
g 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.

[text version of pop-up window] Are you sure?

:-)


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