An Answermug pal says
"Guys seem more accepting of female outcasts". That nails it for me! I have always been an outcast. Never lived up to the expectations of women for whatever reason. The guys? They either accepted me for who I am or ignored me. Period. No kvetching or editorializing or commenting. So that's why I am so much more comfortable with guys. I always thought it might have to do with the fact that my dad gave me unconditional acceptance whereas I always disappointed my mom. That's not easy to live with. Always being just a bit too inadequate. No one likes to feel that way. Anyway that is an insight I will always cherish. I don't know if it is true for any of you other female "outcasts". It is for me! :)