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I’ve always been a bit of a loner, content with my own company. But as I’ve grown older, I’ve started to crave genuine and intimate male friendships.

But there was one thing that always held me back—fear.

It was like a shadow that followed me everywhere, whispering doubts in my ear and making me second-guess myself. Like an unwelcome ghostly companion, making it near impossible for me to strike up conversations or maintain any kind of social connection.

I desperately needed help. I needed a friend. Luckily, I found Geoffrey’s web site with his unconventional program that encourages open and honest conversations for men who are seeking friends.

A simple yet powerful method for making friends

At first the idea of discussing personal matters while being naked with another man seemed absurd and uncomfortable. But Geoffrey is so warm and kind that my initial apprehensions soon melted away.

I discovered the importance of acceptance, honesty and empathy, simply from our being naked together. And that knowledge transformed the way I’ve approached friendships, allowing me to build stronger connections with men based on trust, understanding and mutual support.

Our first meeting was a revelation

His welcoming manner intrigued me from the start. There was something about the way he greeted me, with a warm, friendly smile that made me feel instantly welcome. It was as if we had known each other for years, even though we’d just met.

As we began to talk, I found myself irresistibly drawn to him. There was a certain charm in the way he spoke, a combination of wit and intelligence that kept me captivated.

But what truly set him apart was an appealing undercurrent of naughtiness and flirtation that permeated all our discussions. Our shared playfulness and intimate laughter added spice to every meeting.

More than just a friendship to model

During our six months together—and since—he’s become more than just a mentor. He was soon my much-trusted friend and confidante who truly listened to me and understood the depths of my loneliness and my fears.

And, even though he presents as such a confident and worldly man, when he shared his own experiences of loneliness and self-doubt, I felt re-assured that I really was not alone in my struggles with anxiety.

His honesty showed me that expressing myself openly is not a weakness at all: it’s a doorway to real intimacy.

Adventures in male friendship

Geoffrey suggested various social activities I could try: from joining hobby clubs to attending local events. He emphasised the value of putting myself out into the world and the satisfaction and adventure of meeting and talking with like-minded men.

It was terrifying at times but—with Geoffrey’s helpful advice—I realised that fear is just an illusion. It didn’t have any power over me unless I allowed it to.

So, as my confidence grew, my anxiety slowly faded into the background. I found I could approach strangers and share meaningful or light-weight conversations with them.

It was as if a whole new world had opened up before my eyes, filled with endless possibilities for connection and friendship.

It wasn’t just about finding friends either; it was about keeping them too. Friendships are a delicate dance, requiring effort, time and care. They require nurturing, support and occasional forgiveness.

It’s vital to listen

The most significant lesson came from the way Geoffrey was always fully present in our conversations: as a model of trust, loyalty and discretion. I learned how to talk about myself and, more importantly, when to shut up and listen with genuine interest.

By copying his skills, I found that men were more inclined to open up and share their own stories. Sometimes I found we shared something in common. Sometimes we didn’t and I had to accept that other men don’t always share my quirks.

I started reaching out to past acquaintances organising small get-togethers and even going to social events on my own that previously I’d have avoided. These experiences pushed me out of my comfort zone but they also brought me closer to fulfilling my desire for companionship.

But by engaging in activities I enjoy, talking to all kinds of people and most importantly, fearlessly being myself, new friends have entered—and stayed in—my life when I least expected them.

Geoffrey’s unconventional method of conversations in the nude was a unique and captivating approach to learning the art of male friendship. I am so grateful to have benefited from his guidance and encouragement.

You, Geoffrey, have encouraged and inspired me to go to interesting new places and try fascinating new things… to broaden, deepen and expand my experiences, understandings and appreciations of so many marvellous activities that I’m sure I’d have completely missed had it not been for my regular conversations with you.