Porc Therapy 103: Friends With Women

Stephanie and Mike talk about whatever issues or questions you have. This episode’s question(s):

Hi Stephanie & Mike!

Something that’s been bugging me lately came up in a conversation earlier tonight, and I thought it might make for good PT fodder… I have a hard time meeting & maintaining relationships with women. (I’m a straight lady myself.) Well, initially meeting them is not the issue. I’m friendly and easy to talk to, but I never seem to be able to get past the acquaintance stage with new females in my life. I have several good childhood female friends, but honestly, I haven’t made a “best girl friend” in many years. I know I’m not completely socially awkward, because I have lots of male friends with whom I get along really well. Part of it, I think, is that I have NO clue what other women are thinking much of the time! I think this intimidates me. (Is this how men feel?!)

To give an example of this whole issue… I have a part time job where over 90% of the staff is female. I’ve been here for about 4 or 5 months and while I’m friendLY with my coworkers, I wouldn’t say I’m friends with any of the women here (or the men, but they’re the bosses, and a good deal older.) I try to talk to everyone and be open, yet I can’t make a connection. I crack jokes and no one laughs. **sad violin**

But I’m a happy gal, in general. I’m not even really looking to make a change. I’m curious to hear what you (and maybe a peanut or two) have to say about this topic, as I know I’m not the only one.

Thanks, guys! I love the show. It always leaves me smiling!

- sign me Anonymous

PS – let me know if I need to clarify anything; it’s 3:30 AM aka way past my bedtime!

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