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when i first heard about the male loneliness epidemic i was like oh yeah close camaraderie and bonding between men is often discouraged in favor of competition or, if not discouraged, at least filtered through a lens of individualism that precludes deep connections. and then i learned what people meant by it (men arent getting laid) to which i say skill issue

to all the men out there not getting laid: try less hard to get laid and try more hard to be an enjoyable and relaxing presence

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[–] Jiggs@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 points 4 weeks ago

Have you found anything that worked? I also find myself in those once-in-a-while situations. But when I cant share them, they feel way more frequent and overwhelming and then it's just spiraling from there.

Fortunately a friend has almost miraculously became suddenly way more understanding and talkative. Would hope for the same happening to you.