A lot of men want hairless chests, so they shave their chest BUT then naively assume that you're not going to ask them about it. As if somehow the Swedish No-Hair Fairy came to them at night and plucked each follicle while they snored away.

Men like yours are caught between thinking they look sexier with a smooth torso and being completely ashamed/ embarrassed by the fact that they spend time in the bathroom shearing themselves like a sheep in spring time.

Guys, you can't have it both ways.

He snapped at you and is hurt because he can't tolerate you knowing him to be a chest shaver. Ultimately, that's his issue not yours. I don't know what your tone was when you said, "You shave your chest hair?" but I'm guessing it was the content not the decibels that crushed him.

As such, there's nothing you did wrong or need to backpedal from. Rather, he needs to accept his aesthetic needs weren't gifted by DNA and so he's taken action (and a Norelco buzzer) into his own hands.

You can fix it in about ten years when this dude grows up. What a baby! I mean, OK, maybe you legitimately hurt his feelings, but it sounds as though your apology was thorough, sincere and sweet. The guy needs to get over this. Life is too short to waste time pouting over body hair. (I'm going to carve that on my Facebook wall.)

He decided? JHFC. Where the hell were you when this memo was being written? You gonna tell me why you just accepted this a*shole's conditions and decisions or gonna wuss out on me with some pathetic blubbering about love?

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He wants to have his cake and eat it too. Life don't work like that, so don't let him get away with it.

As Silkysly advises in the comments, "Curbside him!" Why hang on to someone who's giving you nothing that you want? Instead of him deciding you can't be exclusive, it's time for you to decide you're better than that. 

Look, it's possible. Man landed on the moon. I've seen people fly. With the aid of airplanes of course, but flight did happen. I just recently watched a movie about two white people in South Africa who managed to have a Black child. My point here is, again, anything is possible.

Now, is it recommended? No. It's nearly impossible for two people who used to date to be able to completely just be friends. I don't know your dude or his ex, but I imagine that they steer into inappropriate on occasion. Not saying that anybody's cheating, but that two people with such close ties is probably rife with opportunity for trouble. Hell, a man and a woman just being BFFs is difficult enough. But actual ex-lovers? Hell, I know that I wouldn't trust that for anything.

And I can also admit that it's about me. I wouldn't believe that they'd be able to play it 100 percent cool and that feelings must still be there. They're exes that not only get along but STILL adore one another on some BFF steez? Nope. Not buying it. You have every right to be uncomfortable.  Now the tricky part is how do you bring that up without giving him an ultimatum.

I'm not sure you can. Just realize that bringing it up to him is going to result in him telling you that nothing's going on (could be true) and that you need to trust him. And if it goes further towards you telling him that he needs to choose, don't be surprised if he chooses her.

Sorry, it's pretty much a no win. You either accept and deal with it or be prepared to have to move on.

What would a gracious lady do in this scenario? She'd get as close as she could to this ex-turned-BFF. She'd suggest the three of them spend time together. She'd also take the girl out for coffee, just the two of them, to better gauge the ex and her intentions. She'd not breathe a word of jealousy or accusation to her boyfriend (unless she has evidence suggesting otherwise). Who knows, maybe she'd even make a new friend in the process! In short, she'd keep her eyes peeled and her ears open, but she'd keep in mind that she's the current girlfriend...and the ex is an ex...for a reason. 

No.

If you're concerned about your ex's health, try going to the gym with him. Otherwise, find a ladder, brace it carefully, and use it to get over yourself.

You clearly don't love your boyfriend, or the idea of a "flat stomach fling" would never cross your mind. If you weren't attracted to him, why did you choose him as your boyfriend? And if you're so heartless as to now to consider cheating on him because he's bigger than your imaginary dream dude, then you absolutely should not be in a relationship with him. You should break up with him. You'll almost definitely regret it. But he won't.  

First off, you're wrong. Men don't see you as the "eccentric old neighbor" or the "best gal pal" or whatever. Those are roles you've assigned yourself in the movie of your life. Right now you're having a big pity party instead of actually getting out there and meeting people. 

You know why other girls you see are the "sexy leading lady"? Because that's how they think of themselves when they go out and talk to guys. 

Let's continue your movie metaphor for a second. Look at 2011's breakout star Melissa McCarthy. For years, she played the friend role on shows like Gilmore Girls and Samantha Who?. Funny, likable, but not stuck in the same role. Then, she took a risk and went all-out for her hilarious role in Bridesmaids. Instead of playing it safe, she scored the best reviews of the movie. And now she is the lead on a TV show, hosted SNL and is getting offers for movies where  other women are playing her best friend. Now apply that path to your life. Melissa McCarthy could have beat herself up and said, "I'll always be the friend the pretty thin girl leans on" and called it a day. Or, even worse, she could have dropped out of the biz entirely. Instead, she kept working and eventually the role that showcased what an amazing comedic actress she is came along. And now, she can basically write her ticket in Hollywood. 

So, do you want to sit around and do nothing until you actually become the sad, old neighbor bitter from never finding love? Or do you want to get over your fears and take some risks? Change things up -- get a new wardrobe, maybe something a little wilder than you'd normally wear. Try a new haircut, take a class, join a ping pong league. Sign up for an online dating site. Accept an invitation to a party you'd normally turn down. Do something outside of your comfort zone. You are 27 and already assigned yourself a background role. It's time to graduate to a lead.

Nick is spot-on. The only way you'll be seen as likeable/attractive/dateable is if you get out into the world and get over yourself. Throw yourself into a new club, a new class or a new volunteer project. Dive in, forget your worries and focus on the task at hand...and the new friends you're meeting along the way. Distracting yourself from pity parties is half the battle in life. Remember, boyfriends happen while you're making other plans!

Not wanting to run into an ex for the first time after an ugly breakup doesn't make you a pussy. It makes you normal. Nobody wants that.

Here's the thing, though: the wedding is about your friends, not you or your ex. This is their day, and they want you to be a part of it. That is a compliment and an honor. As anyone who has planned a wedding will tell you, whittling down a guest list can be excruciating. You can't invite everyone you know (unless you're filthy rich), so cuts have to be made. Your friends obviously consider you a good enough friend to invite, so I think you should go.

Yes, I know it will be awkward to see your ex, but if you blow off the wedding, how awkward will it be to see these friends again? They will know you weren't there, trust me. Couples either notice or they read the guest book later and see who didn't show. So you have to ask yourself what's more important, avoiding some awkwardness with your ex for one night or honoring your friends' request that you be present for their nuptials, which will hopefully last a lifetime?

Going is the right thing to do. It will be easier than you think. You won't have to talk to him at the wedding itself, then you can make a brief appearance at the reception. Have a glass of champagne and avoid your ex as much as possible (if you do run into him, a simple hello is all that is necessary) while you wait for the bride and groom to arrive. Once they do, congratulate them and then slip out. If they happen to notice later on in the night that you didn't stay, they will probably say, "At least she showed up. It must have been awkward to be around (ex) after their nasty breakup, so we don't blame her for not staying."

This is one of those situations where you need to take one for the team. It won't be the most pleasant night of your life, but you're doing it for them, not yourself. You'll be glad you did in the long run.

This is my favorite thing about the men of GuySpeak - they're not afraid to tell you to do the right thing instead of the easy thing. That's it for this week - and the final Gal Pal roundup. Thanks for playing, guys and girls. Happy New Year!