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People have a lot more in common than you might think. Sure, we’re all unique in our own small special ways, but many of the things that we do aren’t exclusive to us. You might be surprised how similar you are to the strangers you pass on the street every single day.

That’s where redditor u/Miguenzo comes in. They asked anonymous internet users to share the things that most (possibly even all) guys do but that they’d never admit to. From indulging in power fantasies to crying when sad, you’ll find these men’s honest thoughts as you scroll down.

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) We love being cuddled. I look like a stereotypical tough guy and know some martial arts but damn, a cuddle from my girlfriend is just the best. Personally, I don't mind revealing that I love cuddles but I know a lot of dudes don't wanna admit that

OrbMan23 , Edward Eyer Report

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Debating ending it all often, but not doing it because of how badly it affects those around us

Sandy_Pickle , christopher lemercier Report

#3

That little knee bend/stretch to get your balls unstuck from whatever position they magically aligned themselves
Its not for our legs/knees/hips its 100% just for the balls to reposition

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k1ddkanuck
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Balls stuck to thigh" is legitimately one of the most uncomfortable situations ever.

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If nothing else, the r/AskReddit thread is bound to give you a sense of relatability. Even if someone seems like a complete stranger to you, you can be pretty certain that they behave similarly to you in their daily life.

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Even if you have different lifestyles and habits, some behaviors are simply extremely human and it’s hard to avoid them. Whether that’s sinking into your daydreams, crying when you’re upset, or singing along to a song that you adore. It’s these little behaviors that unite us.

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Daydream about insane scenarios that will never happen where you're the main hero that swoops in to save the day.

Common examples include things like thinking you could figure out how to land an entire airplane in an emergency, thinking about "What happens if there's a robbery and I stop the bad guy", thinking about saving someone from a burning building, thinking you could save someone's life if there's a random medical emergency, etc.

bbbbbthatsfivebees , Jean-Philippe Delberghe Report

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Captain Kyra
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've done this since I was a little girl, I absolutely have a savior complex. Why would anyone be afraid to admit they'd like to be a hero?

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Pee in the shower. I could pee right before the shower in the toilet, but the second the hot water hits me, my bladder says “It’s pee time.”

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It’s not just certain behaviors that people have in common. Many men have very similar fears and insecurities. For example, ‘Fatherly’ points out that many men are insecure about developing large breasts. Others are embarrassed about losing their hair or being too thin or too short. On the flip side, men who are taller than their peers might have issues with their height, too.

For others, it’s their situation at home and in the office that haunts them. Guys are worried about the kinds of husbands and dads they’ll turn out to be. Others are scared that they’re not where they ‘should’ be in terms of their career just yet.

#7

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Imagine your entire life with a girl you just met.

Old_Situation4990 , Joseph Chan Report

#8

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Try to use the force. It hasn’t worked yet but maybe one day..

DarkestLore696 , Tommy van Kessel Report

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#9

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Nose picking is more common than anyone will admit

oldwhitch , Brittany Colette Report

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Sergio Bicerra
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The nose picking is no secret. The secret is what some men do with the buggers afterwards.

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Another common insecurity among guys is the fear that they might not be adequate enough in the bedroom, both in terms of performance and size. Meanwhile, many men who have an older understanding of masculinity might avoid showing any emotions or weaknesses at all. In their mind, any sort of vulnerability is ‘wrong.’ 

This desire to appear extremely macho at all times can have some negative effects on them and the people around them, however. For example, men who avoid talking about their mental health struggles or seeking the help of a professional when they need to can only worsen the situation.

#10

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Be straight but able to recognize when another guy is a good looking guy and say it out loud.

AllOkJumpmaster , Ryoji Iwata Report

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k1ddkanuck
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ya know, it's funny. I've had a bunch of straight guy friends be like "I know you're gay and all, but that girl is HOT". I always try to explain- dude, I can recognize a beautiful woman when I see her, even if I don't find her sexually attractive. A landscape painting can be beautiful to me, doesn't mean I wanna put my d*ck inside of it. Beauty is both subjective and universal at the same time. Anyone who can't appreciate beauty due to societal norms is lying to themselves.

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Crying like a little girl when their pet dies.

Boomer6313 , Inzmam Khan Report

#12

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) If you're single; Having feelings/Attraction to almost every female friend you've got.

Doesn't gotta be strong feelings. Doesn't have to be romantic.

But you've thought about it. At least once. Maybe three times.

TA2556 , Mason Dahl Report

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Many men are also wary of getting in touch with a doctor when they have health issues. There’s a certain deeply-rooted stigma that men ‘should’ be strong enough to handle everything on their own and that asking for help is a sign of weakness. While having a stoic mindset is definitely helpful in life, health issues aren’t something you should be playing around with.

Many men are unwilling to see a professional if they have issues that are particularly embarrassing. Others are scared of getting bad news, so they choose to live in denial, hoping that the problems will go away on their own.

To put it bluntly, have the courage to be humble—see a doctor not just when you have health issues, but also for regular checkups. You’re not less of a man because you take care of your health. Quite the opposite!

#13

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Sneaking a peak at some cleavage. We don't even have to be attracted to the women but we still gon look

DonAskren , Alicia Steels Report

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k1ddkanuck
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hehehe I'm gay as the day is long, and even I find it hard not to notice cleavage when it's like... really out there. I don't get any sort of charge out of it, but c'mon, it's like... right friggin' there. Hard not to see when it literally jumps out like that. I've heard lesbians say the same thing about guys wearing speedos- like "woah! you're uhh... well, there you are" lmao

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#14

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Sniff our armpits to be sure it don't stink or we enjoy the smell.

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Harley
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My advice would be to just use 2 different deodorants. But then again that’s just my two scents

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#15

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Kicking ice cube under fridge when falls.

Subject-Inflation805 , Jan Antonin Kolar Report

#16

When I was in college, a guy on my dorm floor swore he had never masturbated. He was 19. I'm sorry, but I refuse to believe that.

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Jay
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Could be religious thing. Most religious people don't really know about sexual stuff until they're married. It's possible he doesn't even know what masturbation is, just knows it's something sexual. It's really easy to keep away from things that you're not taught about or see as taboo.

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Morning pee's sometimes goes sideways and there's annoying cleaning up to do

Apprehensive_Sky9062 , Jan Antonin Kolar Report

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k1ddkanuck
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honestly, if I'm half asleep (or drank enough beers), I'm sitting down. F*ck what anyone says.

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#19

Struggle severely with existential levels of mental health

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#20

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Being friendlier to attractive women.

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Harley
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I once saw a beautiful woman heading for a door, so to be nice I opened it for her. Instead of thanking me, she, and everyone else on the plane starting screaming at me.

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#21

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Crying.

Afraid_Purpose_8512 , Claudia Wolff Report

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Angi
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My BIL crys and he is literally compared to Sasquatch and probably the most stereotypically masculine looking guy I know. It made me think more of him for it honestly.

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Looking at houses and cars I can’t afford everyday

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#23

Every man has tucked his d**k back between his legs and gazed upon his mangina in the bathroom mirror.

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#24

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Check out women (or men if they prefer) they find attractive in public when with their partner

DavosLostFingers , Norbert Braun Report

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Captain Kyra
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We both appreciate beauty in many forms. My husband and I point out good looking people to each other especially if they're "your type", I like bald men, my husband makes sure I see them all. He likes tall women, I make sure he sees them.

Andy Cran
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

totally agree,it's healthy to appreciate what we find attractive,acting on it isn't,it shows a sense of security and trust (as others here have said)

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Paul C.
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The day my wife left her old job we went to the pub with a load of her work colleagues. On the table there was a magazine with an article on the best looking men in the world. There was about ten pictures per page and I commented that I could pick the guy my wife would like the most on every page. Loud mouth office boss bet me a pint I couldn't. Easiest pint I've ever won.

Mr. Nurse Man
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My wife is cool enough to point out women she thinks I might find attractive so I can look. She knows I enjoy the beauty of God’s design for women, but also knows I’m absolutely faithful to her.

Chucky Cheezburger
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The way I (an old, married dude)think of it is this...Why look in the window of the Krispy Kreme when you know you can't have any donuts...and why go looking at hamburgers when I already have steak...

k1ddkanuck
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nice thing about my sexual preference... when I've had partners we usually check em out at the same time and compare notes lol

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's called window shopping and is allowed but it's strictly lookies and no touchies. Haha

Joshua David
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm in an 11 year long gay relationship that monogamous and yet him and I always say, "just because we're on a diet doesn't mean we can't check out the menu." We're not insecure people at all.

taarna23
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It happens. But I end up smiling when I realize what caught my attention is they remind me of my partner in some way. :)

Omima mimi miki
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i know it's natural todo that and sometimes it happnes subcousnily - but don't be upset when it gets pointed out to you and try to be in denial - own that s**t and just fess up to it - you will look less of a d**k that way

Kalon Suszko
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If a couple is confident with each other, no harm in doing so. If one is jealous, it will only lead to an argument.

Breadcrumb.
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's okay to look at the menu, just don't order. My relationship boundaries.

Kaedyn Walsh
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey, you can look at the menu while in a relationship, just don't you dare order. ;)

Mathieu Brouwers
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looking to other people is like windowshopping. Then a silent wispering "She is not pretty, but she isn´t ugle." The Dutch answer will be: "she is just pretty ugly!". (no translation error in the syntax or semantics.) Yes, checking out others to find a unique single copy.

anarkzie
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Women do this all the time, but they're just better at it then men. I've notice Women checking me out while going for a hug.

Bettye McKee
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even women do this. The right partner will not be offended. After all, that's who you're going home withl

Melanie Filmer
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm bi so my husband and I like to compare if we notice backside or boobs on other women first 😄

Dill
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Depends on how you do it though - had a friend and her husband was head-turningly blatant. Would practically have his eyes on stalks and turn to watch pretty women go by.

Ramirez rachael
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just because someone is more attractive, it doesn’t mean they are a better fit for you. Or that they desire to be with the more attractive person. Beauty is something to be admired.

Glitterati
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I normally ask my husband if he wants me to go ask her out for him 😂 Busted. (I don’t care btw)

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#25

“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) The truth is drinking too much. It is common for men to lie about how much they drink to their doctors and when taking surveys.

Vallden , Aleksandr Popov Report

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Singing along to a song that they shouldn't like, but do.

BoredBSEE , Avi Naim Report

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k1ddkanuck
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why should anyone feel like they "shouldn't" like a song? This is just bizarre. There's plenty of songs I don't like... but to like one and feel like doing so is somehow taboo just seems... I dunno. Not healthy.

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Sometimes when we shave we try and see how we’d look with the moustache of a certain Austrian painter

GreatGeniusx , Eldar Nazarov Report

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Tucker Cahooter
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But if I wanted to look like Gustav Klimt I wouldn't be shaving in the first place!

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Singing along to Barbie Girl by Aqua.

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) not sure if this is for all guys, but my bf will never ever admit that he prefers to be little spoon 😭

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“What Is Something All Guys Do But Will Never Admit To Doing?” (30 Answers) Watch and enjoy rom-coms.

seanofkelley , Tima Miroshnichenko Report

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Andy Cran
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

not sure on this one...my mind is now having a quick run down of every Richard Curtis movie now.... nope, nothing, except for "Shawn of the dead" (zom-rom-com) I also don't mind "Mama Mia" 🤔😁

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