I've experienced this twice in my life, and I was just wondering what others thought about it. You go to shake a man's hand and once you shake and get ready to release they tighten their grip and you let go only to have your hand still grasped by theirs. They won't let go for an awkward amount of time, and then release.
Is this some show of dominance? Something to gain respect? I feel uncomfortable when it happens and recently had the thought, jokingly, of yanking my hand out or karate chopping their wrist to let go, haha. Is it like an "acknowledge me" type of deal?
I guess my question is why do certain men do this and how should I deal with it (especially in a Church setting, since this is where its ever happened to me)? Or should I just embrace the moment and stare them in the eyes? Maybe I should comment, "You hold my hand any longer and you'll start rumors."
PS: For emphasis, they won't let go. They'll continue talking to you or the person you're with while still grasping your hand.
Is this some show of dominance? Something to gain respect? I feel uncomfortable when it happens and recently had the thought, jokingly, of yanking my hand out or karate chopping their wrist to let go, haha. Is it like an "acknowledge me" type of deal?
I guess my question is why do certain men do this and how should I deal with it (especially in a Church setting, since this is where its ever happened to me)? Or should I just embrace the moment and stare them in the eyes? Maybe I should comment, "You hold my hand any longer and you'll start rumors."
PS: For emphasis, they won't let go. They'll continue talking to you or the person you're with while still grasping your hand.