Berkeley iconBerkeleySep 21, 2026 ~1 min source read

What Chimps Can Teach Us About Male Friendships

This leaves a large portion of recent generations feeling left behind and forgotten—and vulnerable to exploitation. Once we observe the reality of sex, behavior, and connection in the natural world around us, it washes away.

What Chimps Can Teach Us About Male Friendships

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This leaves a large portion of recent generations feeling left behind and forgotten—and vulnerable to exploitation.

Once we observe the reality of sex, behavior, and connection in the natural world around us, it washes away.

The role of care and connection One term at the core of the manosphere is the notion of alpha males.

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This leaves a large portion of recent generations feeling left behind and forgotten—and vulnerable to exploitation. Once we observe the reality of sex, behavior, and connection in the natural world around us, it washes away. The role of care and connection One term at the core of the manosphere is the notion of alpha males.

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  • They believe that to get ahead you must take advantage of others, and that the weak get left behind.

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Indeed, dominant primates use their power judiciously, and male friendship forms the foundation of cooperation in a variety of species, with affectionate touch, caring, and vulnerability playing crucial roles in male relationships. The simple picture painted for these boys is built on sand.

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