Having a close male friend is an essential bond that most men never experience. Western culture allows males to congregate as long as we don’t become too intimate. Even with the guys we often hang with, our inner fears and needs may not be met because “that’s not the way guys are.” 

The challenge we face in having an intimate, non-sexual relationship with another man – a bromance – is that most of us aren’t aware of how to have one in first place, let alone during a pandemic. Loneliness and the desire for connection is nothing new. Not surprisingly, the various levels of isolation we’re experiencing currently due to COVID-19 are exacerbating an already difficult situation. See blog post "Why A Bromance Is Good For You." 

The holiday season has special nuances that trigger a wide variety of emotions in us. Thanksgiving is soon upon us. The traditional family feast will look vastly different for many of us this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Families are deciding whether or not being together for Thanksgiving dinner is even a good idea. 

Gathering with family or friends often allows us to enjoy love and affection, but not always. Some people dread going home for the holidays. We get to choose our friends, but we get our family by default and can feel an obligation to indulge them regardless of whether or not they’re people with whom we’d otherwise choose to spend time. 

Men have the right to give and receive affection from other men. The act of exchanging male energy that our ancestors used to experience naturally has been lost to unhealthy, modern norms. No one says anything about two women being close, both physically and emotionally. But when two men cross that line of personal space between them, they risk raised eyebrows. Thus, we have guys going to a movie and leaving an empty seat between them. 

Fortunately, male-to-male, platonic social companionship is not out of our reach if you don’t already have that option. Trevor James offers a unique experience tailored to your needs and comfort level called, The Sidekick Bromance Experience. With a vast understanding of male emotions, Trevor provides a safe, confidential environment to explore what you want in a non-sexual friendship with another guy without any concerns or judgment. 

Having a buddy to bounce ideas off, to be vulnerable with, or to be a shoulder to lean on is the gift we give ourselves to be a fully, self-actualized man in the 21st century. Why not explore the possibilities? Call or text Trevor today at 213.588.4242 and find a part of your life you may not even realize is missing.