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Pansexual here, wishing my orientational label was more well-known. Thankfully, my parents accepted me with open arms. My extended family, however, does not speak to me. A good friend of mine became homeless as a result of coming out to her parents, so I am very grateful.
If you ever need to talk about LGBTQ+ issues, or anything at all, please feel free to come to me. I am Safe Space trained by my college to direct you to resources that may help you, and I am very easygoing.
If you ever need to talk about LGBTQ+ issues, or anything at all, please feel free to come to me. I am Safe Space trained by my college to direct you to resources that may help you, and I am very easygoing.
Qu33n0f1c3
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I'm pansexual as well, and I sympathize with wishing more people were aware of what it meant. I'm comfortable with saying I'm bisexual though if someone I'm talking to about it feels confused or out of the loop.
Nice, me too.
It took a while before I convinced myself that informally (also) identifying as bi didn't make me a liar, haha.
Same. If I'm asked about my sexuality, it's usually, "Are you bi?" It's easier to just say yes than explain.
I gave a presentation recently about a novel I was working on, which gave me the chance to explain what pansexual means to my college class. Only one person in the class knows I'm not hetero, so he was the only one who fully understood that I was not only explaining my main character, but myself as well. Oh well. I already revealed in the same presentation that I'd dressed as a guy for seven years, so maybe that was enough confessions for one afternoon.
bittermeat
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I'm so glad we have a thread for these subjects. I'm an eighteen year old male and I've been out for almost a full year now. I don't tend to identify as a bisexual (but it's the easiest way to explain it). I just like who I like, whether they're a girl or boy. Fortunately, I was able to come out to my family easily, even though I still haven't told my father due to the fact that he doesn't care much about me. Joining the GSA (gay straight alliance) at my high school helped me accept and feel comfortable with who I am. If you're school has any clubs or programs like that, I'd recommend joining because it was quite eye-opening and also a very fun experience.
todokutooru
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its quite sad because there are bigger issues in the world than the topic of people's sexualities...let people love who they wanna love. Mind your own business and if you don't like then turn the other way.
Stevey Queen
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So, on Facebook, a guy posted a pic of him and his bf on skype. Then this no-life drugged up loser comes and literally has a 200+ comment conversation expressing his hatred for homosexuals. It was just so freakin disgusting. I wanted to hurt him so bad. He was such an idiot. I couldn't even report him because Facebook doesn't have an option for offensive comments.
oath2order
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30 cents to join what?
Bubblecraft
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It's best to ignore people like this. He needs to channel that hate into something productive.
Oh yeah, this is my first post in this topic. I am gay and I'm here if anyone wants to talk about anything!
I came out to my family 2-3 years ago and it was very well received by them and my community. I've personally never had any trouble with being gay or being bullied for being gay. I'm a really passionate activist though! Look forward to getting to know you all!
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/politics/10180552/Gay-marriage-clears-the-House-of-Lords.html
The House of Lords has passed gay marriage! The Queen needs to give her approval now and gay marriage will be legal in the UK.
The House of Lords has passed gay marriage! The Queen needs to give her approval now and gay marriage will be legal in the UK.
Oh gosh, I'm going to be flamed... I do not hate gays, I love them just as much as anyone else. But I have to say that I do find it a sin because the Bible says so... But nah, I'd never ignore or dislike someone because of it. Most Christians are like, "Disgusting sinners are going to Hell!!!" But obviously that's not the right attitude. Respect everyone, man.
Nowhere in the bible, old or new, does it say that being gay is a sin. I think you need to study your religion more closely.
Sonicdude41
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I'm starting to become confused about where I stand in terms of my sexuality now. I mean, I currently identify as gay, but some recent realizations have made start to wonder if I'm asexual. I mean, I know I still like guys and all, but... I find I enjoy the mushier aspects of a relationship more than anything else. Heck, even the thought of potentially dating a woman has even come up... which is perhaps the most confusing thing out of all of this.
While I'm not quite sure how to feel, I can certainly say my research into asexuality lately has made me more aware of the fluidity of sexuality.
While I'm not quite sure how to feel, I can certainly say my research into asexuality lately has made me more aware of the fluidity of sexuality.
Woo!! ^^
I'm now wondering how long it will be until two of my friends get engaged. They've been dating for six years and have both made it quite clear they want to marry, rather than get a civil partnership.
Cookware is just so sexy.
It's possible to be romantically attracted to a person without sexual attraction. Some people identify as things like "biromantic asexuals" and things like that. Take a look at the Asexual Visibility & Education Network if you haven't already.
I was convinced until I was 20 that I was asexual - but there was no limit to who I was attracted to romantically. Even the idea of being involved sexually grossed me out and wrecked my relationships. I was in a celibate 2-3 year relationship in my late teens - I really did love him, but there was no sexual attraction. Of course we tried to go further, but it just felt wrong. The same applies to the (short) relationships that followed that one. I thought I was broken, haha. But it turned out I really did just need to find the right person.
Unfortunately, the right person had to leave the country the day after we met.
I was convinced until I was 20 that I was asexual - but there was no limit to who I was attracted to romantically. Even the idea of being involved sexually grossed me out and wrecked my relationships. I was in a celibate 2-3 year relationship in my late teens - I really did love him, but there was no sexual attraction. Of course we tried to go further, but it just felt wrong. The same applies to the (short) relationships that followed that one. I thought I was broken, haha. But it turned out I really did just need to find the right person.
First off I'm sorry to hear they had to leave :c
Second I'd just like to say that the right person thing is true for sure. My current girlfriend described things similarly to how you did and says she only started feeling these things after meeting me. Err, not to sound like I'm bragging...just figured I'd report other people feel your feels too. ^^;
And third I hope everyone in this thread is happy and safe! A dear friend of mine was disowned by his parents for his sexuality and I worry about him a lot. He has a home for the time but its kind of shaky. It makes me very sad that stuff like this happens at all...
It's not as bad as it could have been. We made the most of the couple of hours we had and we're still in touch. If I had a do-over of the day we were together I wouldn't do anything differently.
I wouldn't class that as bragging if it's a fact. x) Do you mind if I ask how old you and your girlfriend are?
Sorry to hear about your friend. .___. I had a friend back when I was 15/16 who was forced to leave the school because he was being jumped everyday, but he at least had his mother's support. I can't begin to imagine what it would be like to be disowned. :/
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