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My Straight Friend Won’t Touch Me

by Eugene Heffron | Apr 6, 2018 | Lifestories | 31

He was never physically affectionate; we’d never even hugged. I wanted to touch him not out of a sexual desire but from a longing to connect with him as love with a brother. I dreamed of a day when we could embrace and confess our brotherly love for each other. I put my hand on his shoulder once. He brushed it off.

More Than Just My Best Friend

by Dean Samuels | Feb 13, 2018 | Lifestories | 31

Once I had exhausted my words and my voice, he stepped right in and began pouring out every bit of encouragement he could think of. He kept his arm around me and continued to encourage me. It was as though I’d crumbled right in front of my best friend as he carefully helped build me back up.

YOBcast Episode 030: Physical Touch, Part 2

by Thomas Mark Zuniga | Feb 9, 2018 | Podcast | 4

Tom and Elliott welcome back Bradley for the continuation of our physical touch podcast — along with a very special guest! We talk about the perception of touch in America versus touch around the world, and we dive into touch as babies to touch as older men. Why is touch — and lack thereof — so critical?

How an Alpha Male Became My Close Friend

by Marshall | Jan 29, 2018 | Lifestories | 11

A straight and very strong “alpha male” type leader has constantly challenged me to go beyond what is safe and comfortable to accomplish more of what really matters. We started becoming close friends, so I shared with him that I deal with same-sex attraction.

Bro Cuddling: A Beginner’s Guide

by Eugene Heffron | Jan 24, 2018 | Lifestories | 46

I’ve cuddled with many fantastic men, all same-sex attracted. I can say with absolute certainty that these moments have been some of the most beautiful, moving, and totally platonic expressions of intimate love. I’d recommend reading these basic pointers based on my own past experiences with bro cuddling.

The First Guy Who Ever Tried to Kiss Me

by Thomas Mark Zuniga | Aug 21, 2017 | Lifestories, Popular | 41

I’ve written before about having never been kissed. But that doesn’t mean someone’s never tried to kiss me.

When Should I Hug Another Guy?

by Marshall | Jul 27, 2017 | Lifestories | 34

Like many other guys who deal with same-sex attraction, I really appreciate affection expressed by...

The First Guy Who Ever Held My Hand

by Thomas Mark Zuniga | Jul 3, 2017 | Lifestories, Popular | 86

He reached for my hand and held it. It was the first time another guy had ever held my hand. His boldness caught me off-guard, and his touch sent energy rushes all over. I’d never felt this before: holding hands with another man. In public, no less.