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Does anyone else feel like they’re in constant self destruct mode?

I feel like every time things are going well with somebody, I always find a way to overthink it. And then, I force myself to want too much too fast and decide to figure out a way to get them to end it. For example, I’ve been talking to someone for a month. I noticed some changes in how they’re communicating with me, I act mildly clingy, and immediately decide they don’t want me. Then I send a message asking if they want something or not (knowing full well it’s too soon to know and definitely not a good time to ask). That way, I can go back to square one guilt free. It’s a constant cycle and I’m not sure how to break it. I’m in the process of finding a new therapist here, but in the mean time, am I the only one that acts like this? Any advice (other than therapy)? Submitted February 01, 2021 at 12:08AM I feel like every time things are going well with somebody, I always find a way to overthink it. And then, I force myself to want too much too fast and decide to figure out a way t

How would women define a "mature mentality"?

I was dating a girl for a couple months and she cut things off saying she didn't feel I had enough mature mentality and I'm not sure what that means since she didn't elaborate? Submitted February 01, 2021 at 12:15AM I was dating a girl for a couple months and she cut things off saying she didn't feel I had enough mature mentality and I'm not sure what that means since she didn't elaborate?

Why is that i'm comfortable talking to ladies i don't like.

Can any guy give me some advice about how i can muster up courage to talk to ladies i like, i don't know for what reason i can flirt to ladies i don't even know and i don't like and for some reasons there are ladies that falls for me that i don't even like why is this. And my balls just hides when it comes to the ladies i like the hell. My guess is that i'm afraid to commit and show my true self or introduce my life to them is that it? Submitted February 01, 2021 at 12:17AM Can any guy give me some advice about how i can muster up courage to talk to ladies i like, i don't know for what reason i can flirt to ladies i don't even know and i don't like and for some reasons there are ladies that falls for me that i don't even like why is this. And my balls just hides when it comes to the ladies i like the hell.My guess is that i'm afraid to commit and show my true self or introduce my life to them is that it?

/u/Foxstar06 on A dating site huh

That pic is awfully saucy for being an "asexual app" February 01, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/coffeeandpeonies on Sex favorable asexual bingo! Have fun!

I seriously just had this revelation the other day. You aren't alone. 😅 January 31, 2021 at 11:59PM

/u/Keegszzz on Not sure how to tell my parents, any advice? Do I even need to at all?

Asking what they think of the lgbtq community then asking a bit later what they know about asexuality. January 31, 2021 at 11:47PM

/u/MTelloC on Hello There

I heard someone describe being asexual like this: when you see an absolute beautiful person, but you don't think they would be more attractive naked on top or under you, that's possibly because you don't feel sexual attraction. January 31, 2021 at 11:46PM

/u/idiotsandwiche on Intimidated by sexual clothing

I'm glad I could be of help. Usually it's just kinda there and not very strong. A little bit uncomfortableness. Bur by now I'm pretty good at telling people if I start to feel extremely uncomfortable or in overall avoid conversations like this completely. January 31, 2021 at 11:46PM

/u/AcePilot95 on Hooking up with someone to figure out your sexuality?

not an expert, but I'd say 1) only if you're 100% sure you want to 2) only with someone who you trust enough to stop if you don't want to continue. January 31, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/iEliteCat on Reminded me of asexuals and their parents

I have two birds and even my grandma says "How is your son and his Kids doing?" when refering to them January 31, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/Audwy on Reminded me of asexuals and their parents

where did you get that picture of me? January 31, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/shannoouns on Hello There

Hey! It's cool. There's more confused people out there than you realise. I'm still working myself out, take your time. January 31, 2021 at 11:27PM

/u/lovelyrainbowgoddess on Hooking up with someone to figure out your sexuality?

Thanks for the tips. I'm pretty sure I am ace, but I would like to explore sexuality a little bit (safely of course!). January 31, 2021 at 11:22PM

/u/RedReJa on Where can I get an ace ring?

Np, good luck finding something you like 😁 January 31, 2021 at 11:20PM

/u/WatchingCr33py on Where can I get an ace ring?

Thanks😊 January 31, 2021 at 11:18PM

/u/cat_romance on Reminded me of asexuals and their parents

Pregnant Ace here. It is... an interesting experience. January 31, 2021 at 11:17PM

/u/Keegszzz on Idk how to come out to my friends

If they’re your friends and they are lgbtq+ themselves then they’re probably more likely to accept you. I’m wish you the best of luck. January 31, 2021 at 11:17PM

/u/RedReJa on Where can I get an ace ring?

Try Etsy, lots of choice and price points January 31, 2021 at 11:16PM

/u/Keegszzz on Maybe Ace? Maybe Not? Who Knows!

I’d suggest doing some research and trying to find personal stories and see if you relate to any of them. You sound ace to me, even if your sexuality fluctuates over time you can still be a valid ace. January 31, 2021 at 11:13PM

/u/ApocalyptoSoldier on Ace representation! Breasts and Eggs by Mieko Kawakami

This is exactly how I feel. Aroace makes me feel (I dunno, warm and fuzzy?) and agender is just an afterthought. It still feels good, but not in the same way or to the same degree. January 31, 2021 at 11:12PM

/u/maddr_lurker on Reminded me of asexuals and their parents

Exactly what I did. My mom is thrilled with her grand-pup! January 31, 2021 at 11:11PM

/u/Keegszzz on Potentially dating an asexual person. Advice please?

It sounds like she’s sex favorable, above all else I’d advise communication. If you make it clear you just want to understand her I doubt she will feel insulted if you ask her questions like this. January 31, 2021 at 11:07PM

/u/SirSquishyEyes on Cake or Garlic Bread?

Both are great January 31, 2021 at 11:07PM

/u/dom_o_dossola on 👯‍♂️

Honestly it's always been so confusing that in English you don't have two different words for this, in Italian we have asessuato=reproduces asexually and asessuale=the sexuality January 30, 2021 at 11:58PM

/u/Iudooa on Songs about asexuality

Oh thanks ! That's really good songs ! For the second one I never realized that's interpretation about it, while I like Ray Charles! It's very interesting to understand the lyrics thus ! :0 January 30, 2021 at 11:57PM

/u/paillettepailletee on It's always nice to see Asexuality as an option :)

Why did they write " Gay or Lesbian" and not simply "Homosexual" ? Is there a nuance that I don't know ? January 30, 2021 at 11:57PM

/u/AcePilot95 on Confused about relationships

couldn't be me, no sir January 30, 2021 at 11:53PM

/u/Iudooa on Sad but true. (I still don't know how flairs work)

I hope so, but he's not a very "important character" for the story. January 30, 2021 at 11:52PM

/u/Chocolate_Glue on People cry too much in this sub

You high? January 30, 2021 at 11:51PM

/u/Iudooa on Sad but true. (I still don't know how flairs work)

Exactly.. very sad January 30, 2021 at 11:51PM

/u/Iudooa on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

'Cause, an french author, (Lou lubie) represent and compare cyclothymia like a goupil. Because foxes are cunning, and also adorable, etc.. That's a good representation of the disease cycles. She compare to the bipo 1 and 2 are wolves for example. It's a comic book very accurate et very helpful for people who have these troubles. January 30, 2021 at 11:48PM

/u/Randomness_Girl on Felt delete, might cute later

Same 🤣 January 30, 2021 at 11:47PM

/u/Rufus-Scipio on Felt delete, might cute later

I read face o face January 30, 2021 at 11:45PM

/u/Tago_The_GiraffeKing on Interesting...

i get oppressed by other aces!!! it’s so stupid January 30, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/cursedpoutine on oh look another asshole who thinks our sexual orientation is a mental disorder

Yup. Even if trauma is the reason someone doesn't experience sexual attraction, that doesn't mean they're not allowed to identify as asexual. Obviously I would hope that person is working with a professional to process and heal from that trauma, but that doesn't erase the fact that they aren't currently experiencing sexual attraction. January 30, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/RelativityFox on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

Why is it the best representation of that? January 30, 2021 at 11:40PM

/u/AcePilot95 on I was just trying to get citations for my school project, a preswaysive essay on the need for lgbt rep in health class and... im pretty sure this is about the opposite of their blocking reason as you can get lol.

my first guess would have been keyword recognition? but that would also block homo- and bisexual, right? January 30, 2021 at 11:40PM

/u/Iudooa on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

Oh 🥺 really, really thanks you January 30, 2021 at 11:40PM

/u/Iudooa on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

Thanks ! It's me ahah, thanks ! ^ January 30, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/Iudooa on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

Thank you so much ;-; January 30, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/sonnenschein2469 on Question about aesthetic attraction

I definitely find women aesthetically more attractive (which was the reason, that I thought I was lesbian for 3 years) January 30, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/Iudooa on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

Thank you sooooo much ! January 30, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/Iudooa on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

Thanks ! Yep it's very outlet to drawing this kind of stuff ! January 30, 2021 at 11:38PM

/u/Aspuos on Felt delete, might cute later

This one made me do a double take. January 30, 2021 at 11:38PM

/u/theturtwig50 on I'm writing a Sci-Fi Romance short story for an anthology. My main characters are Ace Lesbians. Here's a small snapshot. What do you all think? (Note: I'm ace)

I think the correct term here would Asexual and Homoromantic. January 30, 2021 at 11:38PM

/u/Iudooa on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

Me too ! Favorite animal, and also the best representation of cyclothymia (bipolarity 3) 🦊 January 30, 2021 at 11:37PM

/u/Lena_Vi on Tongue piercing = sex thing???what

Back when I was about 14 I wanted to get a tongue ring because I thought it looked cool and my older brother told me that people do that to provide “greater stimulation during oral sex” and I was traumatized and immediately abandoned the idea of ever getting one! January 30, 2021 at 12:04AM

/u/DementedMK on Gatekeeping :(

If you get to the point where you’re posting on r/trueunpopularopinion , it might just be time to delete your account. January 30, 2021 at 12:02AM

/u/moonyowl on I tried to draw asexuality as a person, thoughts?

The look like Sam Manson from Danny Phantom. In a good way! January 30, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/lseactuary on I am aromatic? Now what?

Anyone? January 29, 2021 at 11:55PM

/u/JumpyLiving on Tongue piercing = sex thing???what

Wait, people put piercings in their tongues? January 29, 2021 at 11:55PM

/u/nkkl on I'm ace and I have feelings for my aroace friend, any advice?

For sure! Being vulnerable is scary! We believe in you. January 29, 2021 at 11:55PM

/u/BabyMagnum13 on Gatekeeping :(

So they're saying that lgbt community is inclusive to everyone but ace and straight people that's the literal definition of discrimination that said I'm already neutral on the whole community thing but it's nice to know that there are others like me and I'm not alone January 29, 2021 at 11:54PM

/u/HelpfulBacchus on My asexual feelings

You can make any man keep his shirt on if you have a staple gun nearby January 29, 2021 at 11:50PM

/u/Solstice143 on Triple rainbow

Enby ace solidarity!!! January 29, 2021 at 11:50PM

/u/Emotional_Studio_898 on Gatekeeping :(

Go downvote January 29, 2021 at 11:49PM

/u/BlunderFishes on Weekly thread for sex favourable and indifferent aces, grey-asexual, demisexual, lo and ace-spec folks!

Hiya! Thanks so much for making these threads! It does feel like the most common misconception about aces (asexual = hates sex) tends to dominate this sub, and I sometimes feel weird posting my experiences because I don’t want to accidentally trigger any sex-repulsed folks. I would define myself at this point as a sex-favorable demi-romantic ace. Generally speaking, I find that I share more experiences with other aces - even sex-repulsed aces - than I do with allos. I’m currently married to my long-term allo partner and to be honest, the idea of dating terrifies me. I never had any interest in dating before I met my spouse, and I can’t even imagine navigating that scene. It’s very rare for me to develop romantic attraction and I don’t feel sexual attraction, so what else do I have to offer the unsuspecting allos out in the dating world? Nothing that they would understand and accept in a partner, that’s for sure. I might find someone I was romantically attracted to, but judging by my

/u/wanderlust_21 on Gatekeeping :(

It's still considered a mental illness actually. Asexual people regularly get prescibed medicine to treat their "low libido". January 29, 2021 at 11:49PM

/u/kiwi_sunrise on Hello everyone, I just discovered the meaning of asexuality...

:0 thank you. I think that I'm more in the sexual attraction January 29, 2021 at 11:48PM

/u/3297JackofBlades on all men are pigs! (this was for sure funnier in my head)

Oink January 29, 2021 at 11:46PM

/u/Trans_Girl_Alice on Telling potential partners can be kinda nerve-wracking (っ•﹏•) [OC]

I promise you not all of us allos are shallow pricks hugs January 29, 2021 at 11:44PM

/u/localsamiright on Gatekeeping :(

If I had an award to give, I’d give it to this comment. I struggle with finding the right words in arguments; I’m definitely using this next time something like this comes up. Cheers! January 29, 2021 at 11:43PM

/u/some_strange_circus on Tongue piercing = sex thing???what

Well geez. I've never heard of that before, but then again I don't have a tongue piercing. To me that just seems like such a weird association to make. January 29, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/NorskPrince on Gatekeeping :(

Wait wait wait I need to just Why tables ? What a random choice. Like, I get the whole pan = hahahaha you fuck pans/various other cookware """""joke"""" but January 29, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/me-is-person2671 on Some comments I found.

I want to stab something after that last one January 29, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/NorskPrince on Gatekeeping :(

Omg this, but less... Intense. I'm out as pan(romantic) and trans and my family are are also like "uh cool I guess", but I feel like if I came out as ace my family would DEFINITELY be like "that's not a thing sit tf down" January 29, 2021 at 11:36PM

/u/mightymite88 on Gatekeeping :(

Aces make up the largest percentage of people in conversion therapy camps and we are subjected to corrective rape like many other queer groups January 29, 2021 at 11:36PM

/u/some_strange_circus on Gatekeeping :(

You are literally discriminating against us right now you dumb idiot God, what is with people January 29, 2021 at 11:35PM

/u/NorskPrince on Gatekeeping :(

Both of these stories are painfully similar to my own and I'm sorry. January 29, 2021 at 11:34PM

/u/dudderson on I thought some of you would appreciate this.

Glow-in-the-dark nail polish is also really cool for this January 29, 2021 at 12:01AM

/u/NickNockOnTheClock on I am a subway kinda guy tho

I think their both not amazing. January 29, 2021 at 12:01AM

/u/-_Megumin_- on It took me a long time to understand ...

Sexual attraction is when you look at someone and want to fuck them. Aesthetic attraction is when you look at someone and think they're hot but still don't want to fuck them. January 28, 2021 at 11:58PM

/u/iLissuin on My boyfriend told me he no longer thinks he’s aspec

I agree. Intimacy in a relationship is really based on trust and understanding. See if you guys can effectively communicate about both of your expectations and what you are/are not comfortable with (this should include humor; if somebody consistently tells “jokes” that make you uncomfortable, then they are not funny and are not okay). If you guys can work something out, great! If not, it’s only been three months and this can serve as a great learning experience for the future. I know from experience that some people can make it work. My bf is allosexual, and while I’m a Demi and grey-asexual as opposed to sex-repulsed, he is very understanding and patient with me when I just have zero interest (which can sometimes last months). January 28, 2021 at 11:58PM

/u/LuciBaby1 on What does an ace character "look" like?

a lot of aspec characters tend to be p much purely repulsed asexuals, if not, it's very vague as to their "aceness" especially those that havent been confirmed January 28, 2021 at 11:54PM

/u/Seschwanbam on Found this.

We'd get crushed January 28, 2021 at 11:51PM

/u/Thornescape on Is there a word for wanting to feel sexual attraction but not feeling it?

I think it's just exactly what you said. Some people wish that they weren't asexual. I don't think that it has its own place on the spectrum, because it's simply kind of wishing that you felt something that you don't. January 28, 2021 at 11:46PM

/u/AmarokTheIceWing on This is the Way: I made a couple of Mando-themed phone backgrounds for you all, feel free to use them!

I've never watched the Mandolorian but I just like the design so thanks January 28, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/Lopsided_Ad9218 on Muslim asexual looking for a partner.

Yes I know women have more freedom and that's great, I am really happy that that's the case. I thought of this idea, but it's more complicated than you think : you have to introduce the parents and have both parties approve and everything. When the environment of this family gets too toxic, as I said my family are kinda protective/inposing, I get thoughts of paying someone to pretend to marry me, but that's too complicated too. Also, I know I may just go or runaway, but i feel like I am going to disappoint them and if they just think I got married, this is going to be easier and they'll leave me alone. But I really wanted to find a real person to love, but as I can imagine you can't have everything, but i wrote this post in hope to find someone here. January 28, 2021 at 11:40PM

/u/MtCleverist on I thought some of you would appreciate this.

I kinda have always wanted to put those glow in the dark stars on my ceiling :-) January 28, 2021 at 11:34PM

/u/No_Mood_4662 on Is there a word for wanting to feel sexual attraction but not feeling it?

I really hope this helps: http://blog.asexual-aces.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/2017-28-10-18-48-23.jpeg January 28, 2021 at 11:34PM

/u/Lopsided_Ad9218 on Muslim asexual looking for a partner.

Ok, thank you so much ! January 28, 2021 at 11:34PM

/u/saggitaluminis on Found this on r/196 and thought it was funny

what do you mean premarital sex is real i thought it was a joke January 28, 2021 at 11:34PM

/u/maxvandenburg on Muslim asexual looking for a partner.

Ahhh okay. Well if you're happy. I suggest trying FB. There's lots of ace groups and you should be able to find someone. Discord has many as well. January 28, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/No_Mood_4662 on Muslim asexual looking for a partner.

If you don't want to be Muslim then that's okay. This is a new world where you choose your religion instead of having it forced upon you. A new world where women can go wherever they want and do whatever they like. You don't have to become a mother or a wife if you don't want to. If you want to be a Muslim then I accept that too. Maybe try finding someone Asexual by setting up an ace club in your school/university and marry someone regardless of religion and pretend they are Muslim maybe. January 28, 2021 at 11:32PM

/u/Peinzensmoede on 💜🖤💚

Thanks🖤🖤✨✨ January 28, 2021 at 11:32PM

/u/ultimatelynotme on Is this aegosexuality?

If watching porn and looking at nudes still turns you on, that is aegosexuality imo. January 28, 2021 at 11:32PM

/u/Lopsided_Ad9218 on Muslim asexual looking for a partner.

I know what you mean, but I truly believe in my religion and I do not intend to give it up, I am not forced to be muslim. Unfortunately, my religion don't allow me to get married with a non-muslim, otherwise I would've had more options and I wouldn't struggle that much :(( January 28, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/Peinzensmoede on 💜🖤💚

Thank you so much🥰💖Same, but I had nothing to do so I just did it. You should do it too!! It tooks 10 minutes or so. January 28, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/Sumnersetting on My boyfriend told me he no longer thinks he’s aspec

3 months, to me, is still early days where you're still just having fun and seeing where things could go, so I wouldn't be too worried about taking a step back, or several, or running in the opposite direction. But really, talk to him about your worries that he'll want sex and/or intimacy that you know you don't feel comfortable with. And if he makes more sexual comments, show your true feelings, by saying "I don't get it, how is that funny?" or "That makes me uncomfortable", rather than brushing it off as a joke or letting it go. It sounds like he's pushing boundaries to see what he can get away with and to make you more comfortable with sex. January 28, 2021 at 11:29PM

/u/maxvandenburg on Muslim asexual looking for a partner.

Do you have to be muslim? Religion is a choice. January 28, 2021 at 11:28PM

/u/EleventyTwo-- on A little drawn of me, and the importants things about me (ace flag, fox for my bipolarity, and roses for endometriosis) I'm so proud of this ;-;

That's a nice fursona January 28, 2021 at 11:26PM

/u/SensitiveOrange89 on I'm making a series of pride themed playing cards, here's the first one!

That's really amazing! January 28, 2021 at 11:23PM

/u/Extension-Bike-5233 on Kinda ace / aro vibes 🤗 credit goes to: falseknees on instagram and other platforms

They never said human needs (which isn't a need for everyone) and desires are unnecessary/invalid. They are talking about people who base their entire existence and "achievement meter" on finding a partner, to the point that they even invalidate others happiness and life achievements because they don't have/want a partner. I think you are taking this too personal. /G January 28, 2021 at 12:03AM

/u/-Quetzali- on I don't think I am that ugly(Aphobia)

Sorry for asking but how does that work exactly? I'm new to this so sorry if it comes off a bit blunt. January 28, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/Rit_Zien on found on tumblr, I relate to this too much

The comic itself is absolutely the best description of my sexuality, although I'm straight. Aegosexual seems to be a good fit for me, but I don't really broadcast that, it's so niche. It's nice to know there's a name for it though 🤷‍♀️ January 27, 2021 at 11:59PM

/u/Rit_Zien on found on tumblr, I relate to this too much

The comic itself is absolutely the best description of my sexuality, although I'm straight. Aegosexual seems to be a good fit for me, but I don't really broadcast that, it's so niche. It's nice to know there's a name for it though 🤷‍♀️ January 27, 2021 at 11:59PM

/u/SensitiveOrange89 on Can anyone relate?

Do you suffer from some health condition or depression? January 27, 2021 at 11:58PM

/u/SensitiveOrange89 on Can anyone relate?

Do you suffer from some health condition or depression? January 27, 2021 at 11:58PM

/u/Mr_Barry_Shitpeas on I told my friend that im asexual and she responded with "Your life must be very boring"

Not a good year to be going to parties though is it. January 27, 2021 at 11:54PM

/u/spqrnbb on Does anyone else dislike microlabels?

Hey, if they're not for you, they're not for you. January 27, 2021 at 11:51PM

/u/AceOfManyYears on I told my friend that im asexual and she responded with "Your life must be very boring"

“Why are you asexual?” “Well, why are you bisexual?” January 27, 2021 at 11:50PM

/u/OV1C on found on tumblr, I relate to this too much

this lmaoo riprip January 27, 2021 at 11:49PM

/u/Violet1010 on I told my friend that im asexual and she responded with "Your life must be very boring"

God, her life must SUCK if she thinks a lack of sexual attraction makes life boring. January 27, 2021 at 11:49PM

/u/cursedpoutine on Does anyone else dislike microlabels?

Of course! Not hating on people who use microlabels at all, just expressing my own preference :) January 27, 2021 at 11:47PM

/u/cursedpoutine on Does anyone else dislike microlabels?

I get that! Microlabels could be really helpful to people who are just starting to learn about asexuality and where they fit into it. But I guess as I've settled into it I've stopped caring as much. January 27, 2021 at 11:46PM

/u/mightymite88 on I told my friend that im asexual and she responded with "Your life must be very boring"

Bruh the number of parties I've been to this year alone.... Not living a boring life my friend lol not at all! January 27, 2021 at 11:46PM

/u/GaraBlacktail on Does anyone else dislike microlabels?

The ace part of my AroAce labe is actually Aegosexual. I mostly go as ace for simplicity. If someone gets curious I might go over what being aego is (which I should really look over in more detail) January 27, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/GaraBlacktail on Cake

Uh. January 27, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/GaraBlacktail on I don't think I am that ugly(Aphobia)

Well... I kinda want to be a fit ace guy, so... January 27, 2021 at 11:38PM

/u/PrincessKatyusha on Does anyone else dislike microlabels?

I mean, it's all about personal preference. Others might feel better having a more specific label, but that doesn't mean you need to. If regular ol' Ace is good enough for you, it doesn't really matter what other people use. January 27, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/RaymondYachtclub on found on tumblr, I relate to this too much

Same story here, but didn’t realize it till I was 44. Was confusing aesthetic attraction for sexual attraction. Now I need to figure out if I’m aromatic or not. January 27, 2021 at 11:27PM

/u/dichotomouslex on I told my friend that im asexual and she responded with "Your life must be very boring"

Precisely. I cannot imagine only being able to derive pleasure and joy from sex and nothing else. That sounds boring and weird quite frankly. January 27, 2021 at 11:26PM

/u/Throwwaawwaayy087886 on Do you know the difference between just being repulsed and being ace?

Ah I guess that clears things up! :') I just see so many posts about how aces have no kind of attraction to others (besides finding people aesthetically pretty), and I am left questioning myself constantly haha January 27, 2021 at 11:23PM

/u/andy_soreal on My belt buckle has arrived !

Thats why I never feel like I need to come out to my family. Its not the same thing as being gay or bi imo, it like mostly affects my sex life. I still bring home girls January 27, 2021 at 11:23PM

/u/vintageaestheticss on Am I demisexual or asexual? Please help me guys!

Thanks for your comment. I'm sorry if anything I wrote was offensive but that's what I get to see/listen around my mates. I don't think the morality thing is true for me. My sexual drive is low and it has nothing to do with morality. January 27, 2021 at 11:22PM

/u/Dont-break-my-stride on I really don't understand sexual attraction?

Nice to come across another aegosexual. It was a big eye opener when I found out about aegosexuality too. Made a lot of things about my life make sense. January 27, 2021 at 12:03AM

/u/teeeabee on Is romantically straight, straight enough?

If you need being heteroromantic is more important to your identity than being ace, then absolutely! Hell, the split attraction model isn’t for everyone, and if youd rather drop the ace as an identifier altogether because it’s not a big deal to you, that’s also fine! Some aces feel that info is private, and would rather just go by their romantic orientation in public - that might be you too! So basically, imho you can totally call yourself straight no problem, same way a homoromantic asexual can call themself gay. January 27, 2021 at 12:03AM

/u/mightymite88 on Is romantically straight, straight enough?

you can call yourself whatever you want. but personally as an ace i identify as queer and LGBTQ, not straight. and if someone called themselves straight i'd assume they were not LGBTQ/ queer January 27, 2021 at 12:02AM

/u/songbirds44 on Kinda ace / aro vibes 🤗 credit goes to: falseknees on instagram and other platforms

Ahhh I love falseknees’ little bird comics! January 26, 2021 at 11:59PM

/u/Grimacing-Cat4290 on Does genitalia gross anyone else tf out

They’re not attractive to me, no. But I am curious about structure and how each functions. So I guess personally they’re gross but on a scientific level I’m fine with them? January 26, 2021 at 11:57PM

/u/templeforthesemple on Kinda ace / aro vibes 🤗 credit goes to: falseknees on instagram and other platforms

falseknees art is always cute :)) January 26, 2021 at 11:57PM

/u/Thatssomegoodschist on I think I might be asexual but can someone help me?

You could also look into sensual attraction, which often involves desire for physical touch and interaction with a person. January 26, 2021 at 11:50PM

/u/No_Mood_4662 on How to talk about sex with my ace and allo best friends? (I'm demi)

No problem! January 26, 2021 at 11:48PM

/u/tinycuteflower on How to talk about sex with my ace and allo best friends? (I'm demi)

Thank you for your comment and the advice!! :) January 26, 2021 at 11:47PM

/u/RatherHorrifying on It sucks that things like this still show up on the first page of a Google search when you're researching terminology.

I’m 100% certain the only reason they added that last take was so they could call anyone who disagreed a pedophile. January 26, 2021 at 11:47PM

/u/Melange-Witch on Got myself an inexpensive silicone ace ring to celebrate my Cake Day! The Reddit ace community has really helped me feel PROUD of my ace-ness and not just ok with it, so THANK YOU to everyone here!! You are valid and appreciated!

Thank you!! Glad you are here, too! January 26, 2021 at 11:44PM

/u/No_Mood_4662 on How to talk about sex with my ace and allo best friends? (I'm demi)

Don't talk directly about sexual things. Just say you are demi and explain without talking about sex itself and it will be fine. I'm a sex repulsed ace aro and I didn't find it uncomfortable to read your post so maybe use that as a reference. January 26, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/Thatssomegoodschist on Am i sex positive or sex repulsed?

I agree with gtickno2. Just my two cents: I am aego and like using the term sex-averse for myself. I use it to differentiate myself from most sex-repulsed people because their repulsion is not always the same as mine. I don't want to be confused for something I'm not by using a term with connotations that don't match up with my experiences. January 26, 2021 at 11:40PM

/u/lukatsito on I don't want 'Ace vibes', I want representation.

I was thinking the same, as a student of ancient literatures I find quite often characters that look asexuals, I like to think they are asexuals, but eventually I realize we can't really know. Unless they are aware of the distinction between sexual attraction, esthetic attraction, and libido, but this is quite hard to demonstrate. The fact that I discovered the existence of asexuality watching Bojack Horseman gives a huge thumb up to your post. January 26, 2021 at 11:37PM

/u/naminegirl21 on Has anyone ever masturbated because they were tired, or just because your bored?

What do you mean no file!? I KNOW it's there somewhere! Maybe I need a new computer... How much is it for a new human body Lol? January 26, 2021 at 11:37PM

/u/AlicornOfDiversity on Found this.

No, it's not. A negative can't be proven. (By all means, show me that proof!) To a complete outsider like me, the tooth fairy, Santa Claus, Slenderman, what have you, are the same as god. Stories. Supernatural beings. Unproven claims. I'm sorry if that offends your religious feelings, but that's how it is. Morals are an evolutionary trait. There are also these things called LAWS that govern society. Quick: should a r*pe victim be forced to marry her attacker and never be allowed to divorce? THAT is god's law. Should we stone people to death for working on Sundays? THAT is god's law. So you're absolutely right, I don't follow that. I'm better than that. And so are you, hopefully. Morals come from within. I have empathy. I don't want to hurt people, so I don't. And you should learn the difference between agnostic and gnostic atheism. You embarrass yourself. Atheism doesn't set out to prove anything, it's descriptive, not prescriptive.

/u/ace_pride_memes on Working at retail and being ace nonbinary is hard! I get misgendered constantly and usually older people get mad when I explain to them I'm nonbinary. But today was different; an older customer misgendered me but after explaining I'm nonbinary (and also asexual) he was very happy for me!

that's very neat :) also i hope you are doing better January 26, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/DotaroDoestar on My belt buckle has arrived !

Ah ok January 26, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/MilkTurtleCow on Has anyone ever masturbated because they were tired, or just because your bored?

sudo apt remove libido -No such file or directory January 26, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/Delta_Labs on I don't want 'Ace vibes', I want representation.

While I very much recommend "Bloom Into You", I don't think the main character was ace. Demiromantic? Absolutely. The side character (I forget his name) yeah probably was aro-ace though. January 26, 2021 at 11:27PM

/u/Cl0udbreak on Does genitalia gross anyone else tf out

Well, they were just made of plastic so it was bearable lol. It was just awkward never having done something like that, and of course talking the dummy through the procedure, but waaay better a dummy than a real person! I think my classmates were better with the program bc they’d worked as PCAs, whereas I’d done only college classes. Always better to have experience and know you want to do something before you commit to expensive classes and jump in blindly, I guess January 26, 2021 at 11:26PM

/u/miladymondegreen on I dont care about being ace. Its being aro that gets me down.

I feel this. I kind if wish I wasn't aro, I feel like it must be nice to romantically love someone and be with them in a long term relationship, to have that full trust and commitment from a life partner who will always be there. But maybe that's just over-romanticizing romance. January 26, 2021 at 11:25PM

/u/Mecca1101 on My belt buckle has arrived !

To me it feels uncomfortable because I’m bringing attention to a sexual topic in relation to myself. Even though it’s about a lack of sexual feelings, you still have to bring up the concept of sexual feelings to talk about it which just ends up feeling weird to me lol. January 26, 2021 at 11:24PM

/u/Dapdude on I've finally figured it out. Thank you :)

Welcome! Cake and garlic bread will be provided in 3-5 business days. January 26, 2021 at 12:05AM

/u/dragonsInChristmas on Do you think this is a form of demisexuality?

Thanks a lot :) Hahaha maybe I'm on the wrong sub! I thought I might be ace because I've never felt at home between allosexuals but I trust you guys can tell when someone is really ace, so I'll try to figure out what's really going on :) I'll hang around a little while longer if you don't mind! January 26, 2021 at 12:04AM

/u/Mel-the-Pirate on Something I've never understood:

You are sometimes our translators, and I appreciate you so much for that January 26, 2021 at 12:02AM

/u/Mel-the-Pirate on Something I've never understood:

OH that's why people like kissing January 26, 2021 at 12:01AM

/u/KaiBri707 on Found this.

oh yeah I'm not saying that they should be part of the LGBTQ+ community I was simply meaning that they didn't need to get rid of us anyway. January 26, 2021 at 12:01AM

/u/Mel-the-Pirate on Something I've never understood:

Wait it's SUPPOSED to feel sexy? Dude my lips are just dry what the actual- January 26, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/undercovermeteor on welcome to the ace community where we only show off ace cards.

The middle one is so pretty! I’ll have to get a deck of my own, I have a couple other Bicycle decks (mainly as gifts) but but I’ve never seen that one before January 26, 2021

/u/romanator25 on I made myself a brACElet to celebrate coming out!

I am the victorious ACE! This was fun January 25, 2021 at 11:57PM

/u/The_Demon_Sultan on Can I want kids and still be ace?

Yes, asexuality has nothing to do with actually having sex, for any reason. All that is required to be asexual is : A- not experiencing sexual attraction/ only experiencing sexual attraction in very specific circumstances B-being ok labelling yourself as asexual. There are probably many asexuals who want children in the future, just like there are many allosexuals who don’t want children. January 25, 2021 at 11:55PM

/u/Aggressive-Front-679 on Can medication make me Asexual?

It's called Methylphenidate January 25, 2021 at 11:46PM

/u/GreninjaOfTheOasis on Ace Native Alaskan Beaded Suncatcher I Made My Girlfriend for Christmas. Sorry the Purple Looks Blue in Pictures.

Colors are weird January 25, 2021 at 11:45PM

/u/SnugglyAceBean on Saw this Tumblr text post shared on Facebook and it resonated so strongly with me, I just had to share it with y’all. It’s such a good response to aphobia.

And some dragon figurines. January 25, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/Jumpyropes on Can I want kids and still be ace?

Yeah January 25, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/GreninjaOfTheOasis on Can I want kids and still be ace?

I don't see why not. You could always adopt or have sex purely to procreate. January 25, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/tenderfae on I wanted to take a closer picture of my ring. You have to look up close to see the purple.

I can definitely see it! ☺️ January 25, 2021 at 11:40PM

/u/theshadowsyoufear on welcome to the ace community where we only show off ace cards.

As an amatuer magician cards are my true love! January 25, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/ClearBrightLight on It's been a wild ride but I think I figured it out. (Sorry if I got anything wrong)

Woohoo! Welcome to the Ace Gang!! Here's your intro packet, you can pick up your garlic bread to the left. January 25, 2021 at 11:37PM

/u/cjolay on I made myself a brACElet to celebrate coming out!

.... I think I have to give in first. I need to fACE the fact that all of my puns seem to be misplACEd. I will concede with grACE, however. January 25, 2021 at 11:37PM

/u/Used-Replacement- on Can medication make me Asexual?

Interesting. Then you might just be ace. What are you on? January 25, 2021 at 11:37PM

/u/barsonica on I'm in a great mood right now! In my college art class I discovered that one of my classmates is nonbinary/agender! As an ace nonbinary it got me excited since there aren't that many queer folks around my area, especially trans or nonbinary people. I hope become good friends with this fellow enby!

You always bring smiles to this subreddit. I wish you luck in forming friendships. January 25, 2021 at 11:35PM

/u/tenderfae on It's been a wild ride but I think I figured it out. (Sorry if I got anything wrong)

this🙏 January 25, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/haikusbot on A little vent from my notes, I had to write it so it made sense in my head :)

Why are your notes so Cool like black and white vibe is Killing I want it - SUPREME_SIREN I detect haikus. And sometimes, successfully. Learn more about me. Opt out of replies: "haikusbot opt out" | Delete my comment: "haikusbot delete" January 25, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/SUPREME_SIREN on A little vent from my notes, I had to write it so it made sense in my head :)

Why are your notes so cool like black and white vibe is killing I want it January 25, 2021 at 11:30PM

/u/stephz_12 on Placio or Grey

Hello! So, to answer your question, (although I'm no expert) sexual arousal is the feeling of genuinely wanting to have sex with someone, (for example, seeing someone and then wanting to have sex with them, etc) and then there's being aroused by seeing someone else be sexually pleased (I don't know how else to say it) which isn't you being pleased or aroused by having sex or wanting to have sex, it's being pleased or aroused by seeing someone else have those feelings. I'm sorry if that got a bit complicated😅 Also I completely understand how confusing the microlabels are, I'm not sure whether I'm just neutral-ace, or if I'm gray, or aego, or what.😬 January 25, 2021 at 12:01AM

/u/Asternex on I first started thinking more about my sexuality around a year ago, told my mom what I thought at the time, and she said something unintentionally (that I know) aphobic

It's hard for some people to understand things that they can't relate to. Some may say those things thinking it's something you want to hear (to comfort you) while others have definitely more harmful intentions. Don't let that discourage you. You can tell them when you are ready. If they don't react the way you hope, just remember that it won't invalidate who you are or feel. January 25, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/Niho-ren on Touché

That was such a god tier way to describe it! January 24, 2021 at 11:53PM

/u/kelseyexhib05 on Placio or Grey

Oh are you Friend? Hi Friend! January 24, 2021 at 11:53PM

/u/stephz_12 on Placio or Grey

Hey☺️ January 24, 2021 at 11:53PM

/u/Cirrum on How do you know if you're asexual?

Asexuality is just a lack of sexual attraction and has no bearing on whether or not you enjoy sex or have it frequently. There are however subcategories within asexuality that describe feelings toward sex and one is being sex neutral which you may wish to look into. Based on what you said you could just be looking for different relationships to everyone else you're comparing yourself too, or you could be asexual. Do you think you have felt sexually attracted to anyone before? Some other labels on the ace spectrum such as demisexual or gray asexual might be more fitting as well and are worth checking out. Best of luck! January 24, 2021 at 11:52PM

/u/Polo_player_61 on I seriously thought everyone was kidding about being horny

I appreciate it. It's been a difficult road dealing with my loss for three years by myself. But I did notice I changed afterwards, I didn't know what it was until I saw an episode on BoJack horseman where the character Todd was talking about being asexual. Then I realized that is what happened to me. I got friends that take me to the store sometimes and they're always telling me look at those hot chicks, and yeah if it was normal start from stances I would be attracted to them but I'm not. Not even to the ones that are wearing super skimpy clothes I just have no interest. And I know I'm not gay because I never had feelings like that for men. So I am asexual and I enjoyed being with my wife for 18 years. But now I think I can be happy, to which I am by being by myself. Having friends is great, but that's all there will ever be. And I'm good with that. Thank you so much for your kind reply I do appreciate it. January 24, 2021 at 11:45PM

/u/Puzzled_Put on I’m deeply in love with my gf, but have been wondering so much about whether I’m poly because of how close I want to be to my friends. Just realised I feel squishes towards my friends and only romantic attraction to my gf.

It's a really useful term but damn i wish the word was a different one. January 24, 2021 at 11:44PM

/u/No_Sundae_4651 on Confused-- help?

I feel like maybe that's what it is, platonic attraction?? It's very intense in that I want to talk to them/see them but I literally don't want to even really hold their hands or cuddle or anything I literally just want to talk to them and get to know them. I don't think I have aesthetic attraction. January 24, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/cat-eating-a-salad on What are you guys' understanding of romance?

Thank you! That was very thorough. It did help me understand. I've fantasized about romantic and sexual relationships before, but thought that my understanding of them were impossible fantasies. Maybe they are possible for me after all..? January 24, 2021 at 11:37PM

/u/afarawaystranger on Petition to add sweaters and jeans to classic ace attire

never wears sweaters except Christmas always wears jeans because at is all Americans ever wear in the south January 24, 2021 at 11:35PM

/u/Icexzs on Placiosexuality & iamvanosexuality ?

No problem! Happy to help and share my experience for others who feel the same:) I have to google the term, but I don't think I relate to being aegosexual. I'm sexually attracted to women, not into hookups for the sex only unless a connection's formed, and I rarely fall in love. I don't know what that falls into. January 24, 2021 at 11:34PM

/u/Thornescape on How can I identify/work past my own internalized prejudice?

That's a whole lot of stuff there, but honestly, it seems like you're headed in the right direction just by being open to the ideas that there is more out there than you know. It sounds like you are still in a college setting. What I would recommend doing if you want to get past your internalized prejudices is join up with your local LBGT+ club. Get to know some people that some of those religious people thought were "evil". See what they are really like. Yes, there are jerks in every group. It happens. But on the whole, I think that you'll find that actually interacting with real people will give you a much healthier and realistic perspective. It won't be theoretical any more. You sound like you're on the right path. It's good to see. January 24, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/eloah_helel on Placio or Grey

Yeah no prob I'll show her ur comment. January 24, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/krtwils on I read a post and had so many questions

Thank you, this helps and I appreciate you sharing. January 24, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/kelseyexhib05 on Placio or Grey

Yeah maybe. I'm mostly trying to figure out what labels to use to explain myself to potential partners. If ur friend is on reddit tell her to say hello! January 24, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/nae-nae-gang on I seriously thought everyone was kidding about being horny

I’m so sorry to hear about your loss, and I hope you’re doing well. I’m proud of you for accepting yourself, and if you ever need to vent to someone you can PM me if you’d like January 24, 2021 at 11:29PM

/u/eloah_helel on Placio or Grey

Hey I am really new to learning about this but it seems like maybe the labels are getting in your head. Maybe you should wait to latch into something for sure. You got time. I just made an ace friend recently which is why I'm here and she sounds a lot like you tbh. January 24, 2021 at 11:29PM

/u/krtwils on I read a post and had so many questions

Thank you, this makes sense and helps me have a greater understanding. January 24, 2021 at 11:29PM

/u/krtwils on I read a post and had so many questions

Oh I completely understand people find fulfillment in different ways. I agree that cheating is a selfish act. I appreciate you taking time to help me understand January 24, 2021 at 11:27PM

/u/stitchitch on Petition to add sweaters and jeans to classic ace attire

No one said you can't wear sweaters or jeans to be ace. It's pretty generic. But It's a nice thought. January 24, 2021 at 11:23PM

/u/DemiDinosaur on Saw this Tumblr text post shared on Facebook and it resonated so strongly with me, I just had to share it with y’all. It’s such a good response to aphobia.

Are you thinking of hyposexual disorders? I think there was some confusion about if asexuality was a manifestation of those, but the DSM-5 states that asexual=/=hyposexual, longer post about it here . January 24, 2021 at 11:20PM

/u/krtwils on I read a post and had so many questions

Thank you for sharing this information. January 24, 2021 at 11:20PM

/u/ohshitohfuvk on From the asexual wiki page...most hated sexual minority by both heterosexuals & homosexuals wtf

yeah, I just thought that it could come off as wrong since in the original sentence you quoted it said "homosexual", and ppl (not anyone here in particular) sometimes make gross comments January 23, 2021 at 11:58PM

/u/Rose94 on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Right but even then the qualifier for a Demi experiencing the emotional bond required for sexual attraction doesn’t have to be romantic in nature at all. What the “bond” looks like precisely is going to vary from person to person, the unifying factor is simply that sexual attraction isn’t possible at all without it under any circumstances. January 23, 2021 at 11:45PM

/u/MrSquigles on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Yeah, I was thinking "romantic feelings" rather than romantic attraction. January 23, 2021 at 11:44PM

/u/nonuniqueusername on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

This is the first I've heard of gray. January 23, 2021 at 11:43PM

/u/MrSquigles on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Right, yeah, I get you. I guess was thinking romantic feelngs" rather than romantic attraction. January 23, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/Excellent-Travel-928 on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Noice January 23, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/Rose94 on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Right? Like as if we don’t get enough crap from non-ace exclusionists. This is wild. January 23, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/Rose94 on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Yeah it’s unfortunately a very useful prefix, context clues help a lot, but because poly(sexual/romantic) and poly(amorous) are used in very similar contexts it helps to differentiate them specifically from each other in shorthand. January 23, 2021 at 11:40PM

/u/ironysparkles on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

I also see people using "polyam" but only occasionally. Poly is also a prefix/abbreviation used by Polynesian peoples. January 23, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/Rose94 on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Some people use demisexual/romantic as a qualifier since it doesn’t always paint the full picture, so you could say you’re asexual demiheteroromantic, but you can also call yourself whatever you feel most comfortable with. January 23, 2021 at 11:38PM

/u/JackDevTranslator on I'm so glad I moved here

sad asexual vegan noises * January 23, 2021 at 11:37PM

/u/Rose94 on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

I think a more accurate description could be “_____ attraction only possible after an emotional connection established” So while many people are sexually attracted to potential partners, but don’t think about or act on that until they establish an emotional connection, a Demisexual person doesn’t experience any sexual attraction at all until that connection is made (and the connection won’t necessarily be romantic attraction) Hope that helps a bit! I’m asexual but I’ve been part of the aspec community for around 9 years or so now so feel free to ask further questions! January 23, 2021 at 11:36PM

/u/aminervia on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

All of the above is perfectly valid January 23, 2021 at 11:34PM

/u/aminervia on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Romantically and sexually? Gray would probably fit best January 23, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/Superbeltman on A response to my story about being cheated on due to my asexuality.

Every celibate person in the world: January 23, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/aminervia on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

No, not sure where you're getting that January 23, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/aminervia on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

This! In practice they would look similar from the outside perspective, but the different words describe different ways of how they experience attraction. January 23, 2021 at 11:32PM

/u/MurkyAttic on One of IG artist I'm following made a Q&A for his OC and outed them as demisexual! Glad to have at least his bit of representation for y'all demis 🖤

I was so happy when I was reading that, I still am. Although I'm not demi, I'm really happy that he made our community a little bit more visible Here's his profile January 23, 2021 at 11:32PM

/u/Rose94 on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

I’ve seen a lot of people say “poly” for the orientation and “polyam” to say they’re polyamorous. January 23, 2021 at 11:31PM

/u/kikiweaky on A response to my story about being cheated on due to my asexuality.

I haven't died yet. January 23, 2021 at 11:30PM

/u/Stuzer05 on Please help I feel like im alone when it comes to crap like this.

From the bottom of my heart I suggest you to visit psychologist. I've managed to solve that myself but it was a long hard path and answers are very counter-intuitive. Or watch videos about treating OCD on youtube, I found some of them helpful. You have only obsessions, not compulsions as far as I understand so it'll be much easier to treat. January 23, 2021 at 11:29PM

/u/aminervia on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

From what I've gathered, most people can feel a romantic attraction (meeting someone and feeling a desire to be romantic with them) without an emotional bond. For demiro people the bond has to come first January 23, 2021 at 11:27PM

/u/hambakmeritru on My friend sent me this chart she found in her textbook. She’s taking a class on the psychology of sex.

Makes sense. But at some point I stop caring and find that a lable like Blurple is probably just as useful since most people don't know any of this anyway I don't really talk about my sexuality with anyone since I don't really care about sexuality and have no sex life I have a hard time figuring out the practicality of labels in my own life. That's not to say that I think these terms are completely worthless. I just become very apathetic real fast when I try to figure out which shade of "A" I am. January 23, 2021 at 11:27PM

/u/AdhesiveTick on QPR Question

Thank you! The last paragraph makes me feel a lot better, because I know that it might be uncomfortable, but a gift is a gift, and celebrating love is never a bad thing All the best to you and your friend :) January 22, 2021 at 11:56PM

/u/Blysse102598 on A T-shirt design I came up with. Hope you like it as much as I do :)

Wish Granted :) https://www.redbubble.com/i/apron/Ace-Cats-on-a-Cake-by-DuckieFurball/68844213.6ZXWR?asc=u January 22, 2021 at 11:55PM

/u/danmath50aust on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

I never thought about it! Mind blown! Sad but true January 22, 2021 at 11:55PM

/u/AdhesiveTick on QPR Question

Definitely! That's a really cute idea - might do something personalized :) January 22, 2021 at 11:54PM

/u/Bewaretwo on I thought you guys would appreciate this.

I don't remember who said it, but my favorite quote was, "I'll get married when I find someone I like better than I like being alone." January 22, 2021 at 11:50PM

/u/Reesenotgeese on A T-shirt design I came up with. Hope you like it as much as I do :)

As a baker if this were on an apron I would 1000% throw my money at you January 22, 2021 at 11:49PM

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/u/theturtwig50 on has your partner/ex mocked your asexuality in any way?

Sounds like a case of insecure asshole syndrome, a debilitating illness in many young men. That being said, I hope you feel better. Your worth as a person is not based on your sexual attraction or performance. January 22, 2021 at 11:49PM

/u/AsexualPlantMain on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

It's definitely feasible that he's ace, but if he was, I don't think he'd actually even know. L has always struck me as the kind of guy who just exists and leaves it at that.. January 22, 2021 at 11:46PM

/u/q1189998819991197252 on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

Romantic Ace? Even better. January 22, 2021 at 11:45PM

/u/q1189998819991197252 on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

Pog Ace INTP L January 22, 2021 at 11:44PM

/u/Waste-Win on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

Ahh I get it I probably have some of those. January 22, 2021 at 11:43PM

/u/NoRomolol on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

Kinda like what a fan believes to be true using some evidence from the chosen piece of media but hasn't been confirmed by the original creators. January 22, 2021 at 11:43PM

/u/Blysse102598 on A T-shirt design I came up with. Hope you like it as much as I do :)

Thank you <3 January 22, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/boyhaveulosturmind on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

i’m 15 myself, and ik i’m ace. it’s just a headcanon so no one actually knows he is ace, to me he just never showed any signs of being interested in girls or boys in the MHA world January 22, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/-K-A-L- on A T-shirt design I came up with. Hope you like it as much as I do :)

This is sooo cute!! January 22, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/Waste-Win on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

Not sure what headcanon means, is it like personal canon? January 22, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/DarkBlueChameleon on Post for sex favourable & indifferent aces and grey-ace/aspec aces to feel welcome!

Honestly I think good representation of a grey-ace in media would be almost impossible. People don't get that asexuality is a spectrum, you're either fully ace or straight/gay/bi/pan/etc. I don't even know how you could portray it tastefully so you can grasp the subtleties that come with it within the span of a movie/TV show. Demi is maybe a bit easier to do, but it can also fall very easily in the "this person fixed this other character's asexuality" problem. The truth is that I don't think I will come out anytime soon. I'm still figuring things out, so it's not like I'm a veteran identifying as grey ace, but again, if people already have a hard time understanding asexuality as a lack of sexual attraction, imagine having to explain that well, actually, sometimes you do have it, but it's so infrequent and weak that you relate more to aces than allos. For me that would also pose an additional problem, because if I can't come out as

/u/NoRomolol on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

I'm 15 and aro/ace... its not impossible. Even if the author pairs him with someone down the line we can still have headcanons for now right? January 22, 2021 at 11:36PM

/u/pipmerigold on I thought you guys would appreciate this.

This needs to be shared EVERYWHERE. This is such an important life lesson! Every child, teenager and adult should see this. - You first have to be content with yourself. You are the most important person in your life! - If you aren't happy with yourself, you won't be happy with someone else. - don't judge other people, if you think you're nice but are saying insulting things you are still being insulting. January 22, 2021 at 11:36PM

/u/Fatracoonpanda on Considering the only thing that L Lawliet cares about is cake and crime solving, my friend and I have decided he’s ace :)

And besides at 15 plenty of people have it already figured out, I mean I came out when I was 13. (And yes as you say it's headcanon and for me he is ace too) January 22, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/Same-Big6693 on Got these puppies today. 😍

I 🪑 love🪑 them January 22, 2021 at 11:32PM

/u/Elegant_Angelix on Got these puppies today. 😍

I clicked on this expecting actual puppies I was so excited and got so disappointed. I like the shoes though they are really nice! January 22, 2021 at 11:30PM

A full turnaround

Hello all! Just a quick question. So during quarantine you can't really meet new girls at a bar (which I prefer more), so I tried Tinder. Chatted with a girl and then we had couple of dates at her place. Just chatting and we kissed on the second date. She then said:" I don't think we have the chemistry." And I was like "No problem, I have no expectations and just want to meet new people and have a good time." Fastforward to now she is blowing up my phone nearly daily and asking when we are going to meet again. Tomorrow we are going to a restaurant and back to her place. I'm just curious, why the sudden turnaround from " I don't think I like you and we have future" to this? Explain? Submitted January 21, 2021 at 11:52PM Hello all!Just a quick question. So during quarantine you can't really meet new girls at a bar (which I prefer more), so I tried Tinder. Chatted with a girl and then we had couple of dates at her place. Just cha

I've got no game

I guess the title says it all? I (M25) can get a lot of matches on tinder, but don't even know how to begin a conversation there. Honestly in a club pre-covid, same. Went on a date, totally flopped. Said she had to go home early. Had also let slipped she had been going on lots of tinder dates, and then unmatched me. Guess I've got no game. I was raised very polite and religious, and even though I'm not anymore, I don't even know how to be flirty or be anything other than the 'nice guy' that's just not an attractive personality. Based on the very few girls I have dated, I know if we hooked up they would come back for more. I recently got out of a serious relationship that lasted a very long time, and I just want to have some fun. Girls, what do you look for? Guys, what works for you? Submitted January 21, 2021 at 11:52PM I guess the title says it all? I (M25) can get a lot of matches on tinder, but don't even know how to begin a conversation t

iMessage game zone

So this is quite a funny one, I(m23) matched this girl(f20) in about October and quickly got her number. For some reason we started playing iMessage games and that’s literally all we do. For about 3 months now either one of us sends and game and we play, make some small talk and that’s it. It’s pretty jokes tbh. I like the dynamic. I’m wondering how I can actually get this girl to hang out or something, anything to break this chain, not that I don’t like it but you know maybe it could be something more. Any thoughts ? Submitted January 21, 2021 at 11:55PM So this is quite a funny one, I(m23) matched this girl(f20) in about October and quickly got her number. For some reason we started playing iMessage games and that’s literally all we do. For about 3 months now either one of us sends and game and we play, make some small talk and that’s it. It’s pretty jokes tbh. I like the dynamic.I’m wondering how I can actually get this girl to hang out or something, anything to break this c

Am I (24,M) being used by her (20,F)?

Hi all, Recently I’ve been chatting to a girl and we instantly hit it off. Always making plans and hanging out. Unfortunately she has to move away in a few weeks and we’ve known this for a month so have kept it as casual as we both can. Everything seemed fine to me until all of a sudden she sends me a message after a fantastic weekend together essentially saying I can’t do this anymore, can we still be friends. People who have gone through similar situations: is she afraid of catching feelings and being hurt herself or have I just been used by her to fulfill her needs? Submitted January 21, 2021 at 11:55PM Hi all, Recently I’ve been chatting to a girl and we instantly hit it off. Always making plans and hanging out. Unfortunately she has to move away in a few weeks and we’ve known this for a month so have kept it as casual as we both can. Everything seemed fine to me until all of a sudden she sends me a message after a fantastic weekend together essentially saying I can’t do thi

I [20f] am interested in the guy I'm in a fwb situation with [23m]

So the backstory, back in March or so we had a shoplifter at the the store that I work at. One of the responding cops happened to be a really cute new rookie that had came in the store a few nights earlier that I thought cute then as well (I didnt know he was a cop when I first saw him) My manager ended up asking his sheriff if he was single for me a few nights later leaving me pretty embarrassed. We ended up becoming friends on Facebook (I added him because why not lol) and despite never talking matched on Tinder a few months later. Back in September, we hung out and went on a walk on the trails at my college. After that we did not talk very often and had normal conversatios when he came in the store sometimes but nothing more. Suddenly last Friday he texted me. We talked for a bit and ended up planning to hangout the next day at his house. I had an idea that he wanted to hookup because of how out of the blue it was and initially I told myself I wouldn't do it. Also, prior to th

Moving on

How do you know when it’s time to move on and stop going for a girl, and what’s the best way to move on? Some personal context: I went on a few dates with this girl I really liked, and I got the impression that she liked me. Things were going super well for the few weeks we were talking, but something happened where she got really, really upset at me and now the relationship isn’t the same (no, wasn’t talking to other girls). She doesn’t talk to me anymore and I feel really bad about it because I feel like I ruined a start of a good relationship. What do I do? Submitted January 22, 2021 at 12:14AM How do you know when it’s time to move on and stop going for a girl, and what’s the best way to move on?Some personal context: I went on a few dates with this girl I really liked, and I got the impression that she liked me. Things were going super well for the few weeks we were talking, but something happened where she got really, really upset at me and now the relationship isn’t the

/u/Python_Anon on Just some casual mild a-phobia and erasure in r/bisexual of all places.

Whyyyyyyyyyy January 22, 2021 at 12:04AM

/u/dichotomouslex on Just some casual mild a-phobia and erasure in r/bisexual of all places.

Ugh. Not the "haven't met the right one" bs. 🙄 January 21, 2021 at 11:57PM

/u/ddrt77 on Bi/ace/Demi flag? I made it but don’t know the accuracy or validity. Thoughts?

Thanks! (I’m exclusively a mobile user I feel you mate) January 21, 2021 at 11:56PM

/u/stitchitch on Bi/ace/Demi flag? I made it but don’t know the accuracy or validity. Thoughts?

If yoy go to the asexuality reddit page you should find an option there (sorry I'm on my phone). January 21, 2021 at 11:55PM

/u/5mp3x192000 on Im new here

Ah, a fellow beatle fan January 21, 2021 at 11:54PM

/u/Hemmagossen on Difference between sexual attraction, sex drive, and libido?

TIL that I am aegosexual. January 21, 2021 at 11:53PM

/u/ddrt77 on Bi/ace/Demi flag? I made it but don’t know the accuracy or validity. Thoughts?

Oh of course! That didn’t occur to me thanks! I’m pretty new to this community, how did you get a user flair? Thanks January 21, 2021 at 11:52PM

/u/64intelligentperson on Asexual but don't want to be

exactly January 21, 2021 at 11:47PM

/u/The_Book-JDP on Is this true?

Thank you...you are the only person who ever replied to my high five/high elbow reference. I was beginning to think I was the only one who ever did one and no one knew what I was talking about. January 21, 2021 at 11:40PM

/u/coffeepluswifi on Asexuality and OCD

Aw no way! That makes me so happy to hear ☺️. January 21, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/b-way-c-punk on Im new here

Okay, now I have to drop my favorite cover of it here and loop it for an hour because you're not wrong. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5s-sI4ThoX0&list=LL&index=111 January 21, 2021 at 11:29PM

/u/13thFleet on Im new here

Gib mir die Hand, Ich bau dir ein Schloss aus Sand Irgendwie, irgendwo, irgendwann January 21, 2021 at 11:20PM

/u/oddonesout2 on I think I'm ace, I'm married to an allo, and it's freaking me out/tearing me up inside

I was more excited about buying fresh mangos than having sex with him. I find this amusing because my previous relationship with an allo ended over pizza. When I got accepted into medical school I knew I was supposed to want to have sex to celebrate that, but what I really wanted was to make a pizza. We didn't have time for both and I chose pizza because that's what I actually wanted. When I say I was "supposed to want sex" I mean that past arguments over sex had taught me when I was supposed to want sex. I had memorized that: birthdays, anniversaries, vacations/trips, after seeing each other for the first time in a long time, etc were situations I should say I "want sex" to avoid hurting his feelings. to think that he'd be willing to leave me over this one stupid thing One thing you're going to have to understand if you two are going to move forward is that this is not just "one stupid thing" or this extra cherry on top of the who

/u/AssociationFun1193 on It seems like Sex Repulsed have a strong voice on this sub. So out of curiosity, what do you identify as?

I'm grey ace so idk January 21, 2021 at 11:15PM

/u/coffeepluswifi on Asexuality and OCD

as an idea I don't have an aversion to it. I'm fine seeing it in movies or hearing people talk about it in explicit ways, just the thought of me having it doesn't really compute. I really feel this! Anyway, I'm glad that you're no longer in those situations which made you feel so uncomfortable, and thank you for all all your kind messages and personal insight :) January 21, 2021 at 11:09PM

/u/olympiadavarvara on Making basically all the characters for my book aro/ace because I have absolutely no clue how to write romance

That's exactly what stopped me from writing my book. The lack of experience/knowledge of this field January 21, 2021 at 11:08PM

/u/apanwerewolf on We are the Gay Premium™

ik but pedos like to say they are a sexuality (wich they are not) January 21, 2021 at 11:08PM

/u/gatemansgc on Sex :(

i'm kinky but repulsed by sex itself, so i absolutely agree. January 20, 2021 at 11:54PM

/u/gatemansgc on Awkward questions...

probably have someone british in the family lel. at least it's not as bad as it is over in england! oh my, that's unfortunate. maybe one day you can adopt! that's better than biological kids anyway. you can see my kink if you scroll through my posthistory a bit, i don't bring it up in threads until they get old to avoid the torrent of downvotes it attracts. my kink is too weird for most people lol January 20, 2021 at 11:52PM

/u/ineedtogooutsidemore on It took me a long time to understand ...

I relate to this way too muchhhh January 20, 2021 at 11:48PM

/u/_milhaim_ on Haven't read through them all yet, but I'm building my collection!

Oh I see. I wish I had department funds haha Oh cool, I'll add it to my list! Thank you :) January 20, 2021 at 11:48PM

/u/Piccionna on Me hanging out in these ace/aro communities without a care in the world vs. me when I think about actually telling my family

sameee January 20, 2021 at 11:48PM

/u/ineedtogooutsidemore on Do you feel welcomed in the LGBTIA+ community?

Somewhat(?????). I’m biromantic ace, so I can just pass off as bisexual when around assholes who don’t like aces wether they’re in the lgbtq community or not. And some exclusionists still consider allosexual aromantics and alloromantic asexuals who have same sex attraction of some sort LGBTQ in terms of orientation. So with that, I’m much better off then heteroromantic/aromantic asexuals who unfortunately are the ones gatekeeped the most :/ Although luckily there are lots of people who are inclusive to all asexuals and support them!! So it’s not all bad I guess? January 20, 2021 at 11:44PM

/u/babbitygook14 on Haven't read through them all yet, but I'm building my collection!

Yeah, Asexualitues wasn't cheap. I got it off Amazon for ~$60. Since I'm using it for my thesis, I used funds allocated to grad students from my department to help pay for it. Understanding Asexuality is great! It's a really fun read compared to most academic texts. Bogaert is hilarious. January 20, 2021 at 11:43PM

/u/haikusbot on Hot!

Correct me if im Mistaken but i domg think That a Is bottle - joshuacarre06 I detect haikus. And sometimes, successfully. Learn more about me. Opt out of replies: "haikusbot opt out" | Delete my comment: "haikusbot delete" January 20, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/joshuacarre06 on Hot!

Correct me if im mistaken but i dont think that is A bottle January 20, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/genienie on Me hanging out in these ace/aro communities without a care in the world vs. me when I think about actually telling my family

I love you 🥺 thank you! January 20, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/leonissans on “You don’t look ace.” And I don’t care what goes on in your bedroom and you shouldn’t have to care about my bedroom life. ♠️😌👋🏻

Dammit 4 months later and I still wish I looked like this. I'm to trans for this :( January 20, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/moniker2therescue on Me hanging out in these ace/aro communities without a care in the world vs. me when I think about actually telling my family

Not everyone's story is the same, but I want you to know you don't owe anyone anything. Coming out is a journey that will last your whole lifetime, and you have the right to choose each step of that journey (hopefully... if no one outs you against your wishes). You don't have to come out to anyone you don't want to. If you're just not ready yet, that's okay. And, if you have someone in your life that you don't ever want to tell... that's okay too. If you're not ready and you need a safe placeto express yourself, we're here. When you are ready, if you need a shoulder to cry on or someone to celebrate with... we're here. We are proud of who you are. with great compassion from an old grey bi lady January 20, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/GlassBank on Is this true?

Yes. There are a lot of "buts" but the answer is yes. January 20, 2021 at 11:36PM

/u/allo100 on Excuse my messed up palm, I have a lot of calluses. Anyway loooookkkkk aaattttt myyyyyyyyy rinnnnnngggg im so happy

Ring is nice. January 20, 2021 at 11:35PM

/u/NotANilfgaardianSpy on Hot!

I‘m originally from Germany January 20, 2021 at 11:34PM

/u/romanator25 on I made myself a simple crochet brACElet!

Great job on the acelet! I have a parachord one myself (actually posted it half a week ago) it’s great to see people showing pride through rings and acelets, also a good way to spot an ace in the wild. Edit: final note, it is also good to see the divers ways to make the bracelets too! January 20, 2021 at 11:33PM

/u/Destructopoo on Hot!

Scoot is like a small movement. It's usually used in a friendly way. When somebody says "scoot over" they mean "move over enough for me", meaning I'm trying to get in on the wärmflaschening too. Thanks for taking the time to speak with a non native speaker! What's your native language? January 20, 2021 at 11:32PM

/u/_milhaim_ on Haven't read through them all yet, but I'm building my collection!

I'm planning on doing my dissertation next term about my experience of asexuality and I was looking to build my bibliography so thank you for this! I was looking for Asexualities (Feminist and queer perspectives) but it was really expensive everywhere I looked. May I ask where you found it? Also, if you've read it, what is the top left one like? January 20, 2021 at 11:32PM

/u/nootnotnut on Hi! Do you mind if i join the club?

Extra extra points January 20, 2021 at 11:30PM

/u/The_Book-JDP on Freak?

Everyone always acts like if you never find anyone...then you’ll be in literal hell until the day you die; you know...if you don’t kill yourself first. I say if the person you are with doesn’t accept all of who you are then there’s no reason to be with that person. There is more to life than just sex and you should feel liberated that you aren’t held back and so distracted that you can do really anything without having that constant itch in the back of your mind or in all of your mind like who the majority of the population has sex on the mind. I’m not with anyone...I’m 38 and am perfectly content with the fact that I will die alone. Seeing as that the odds of me ending up with someone who is expecting sex is basically 100% and I’m never looking to engage...they are relationships that are destined to fail since everyone puts so much important on sex even though you can go your entire life and never have it and it doesn’t shorten your life expectancy at all. If you are lucky, you’ll f

/u/stitchitch on Hi! Do you mind if i join the club?

And if it's vegan? January 20, 2021 at 11:28PM

/u/stitchitch on Hi! Do you mind if i join the club?

No get out. Jk here's your honorary garlic bread 🥖and cake🎂. January 20, 2021 at 11:27PM

/u/DancingQueen_only17 on Awkward questions...

The grandkids one makes me uncomfortable. So I’m the youngest of my siblings and am 18 and my mum has already stuff for future grand children. None of my siblings have relationships and I’m an (closeted to them) aroace😂 January 20, 2021 at 11:26PM

/u/komfi33 on I look like an ace themed character daily

have fun hehe January 20, 2021 at 12:05AM

/u/komfi33 on I look like an ace themed character daily

thanks <3 January 20, 2021 at 12:04AM

/u/blrmkr10 on Ace in relationship with anxious non-ace

Well, the obvious suggestion is that she should go to therapy. Though it feels disingenuous for me to suggest this as someone who personally refuses to go to therapy lol. The other suggestion would be to make sure you are validating her in other ways. Like, "I really love spending time with you" or "You are a great girlfriend because..." January 20, 2021 at 12:04AM

/u/TheWarLoad on Painted my nails purple (and im a guy so i found it wierd) and got a ring (after 2 rings that were too small)

I have bony skinny hands. Hitting my knuckle is the worst! January 20, 2021 at 12:02AM

/u/caramel_fangirl_24 on Painted my nails purple (and im a guy so i found it wierd) and got a ring (after 2 rings that were too small)

This may be weird but you have nice hands January 20, 2021 at 12:01AM

/u/marbledaedra on Why do you make such a big deal out of this?

I have never made a big deal out of my own asexuality, either. Nobody's ever given me a hard time for being ace and seeing sex in media doesn't bother me. I've had the same feeling: why is it such a big deal for some people? Reading about other ace people's experiences - a lot of which are covered by the rest of the comments here - has shown me that being ace isn't as easy and straightforward for some folks. January 20, 2021 at 12:01AM

/u/NotANilfgaardianSpy on I'm in the club now! Absolutely loving my ring and representing us!

Thanks for the heads up, I do not mind that very much, and I also always take my rings of while taking a shower :) January 20, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/caramel_fangirl_24 on This is the first time in a long while that I’ve felt good enough about myself to actually take a selfie, and since I’m rocking ace colors today I figured I’d share it with you beautiful people 💜

You're adorable and i love the hair color January 20, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/TheWarLoad on Painted my nails purple (and im a guy so i found it wierd) and got a ring (after 2 rings that were too small)

Got it from amazon. Just search black ring January 19, 2021 at 11:59PM

/u/Saltzrene on I look like an ace themed character daily

Aww man that pastel purple looks amazing in your hair! Your tattoos look cool to January 19, 2021 at 11:58PM

/u/EmmaBurger on I'm in the club now! Absolutely loving my ring and representing us!

Thank you so much! I didn’t like a lot of black rings I would find made of dyed titanium, plastic, or tinted silver, and there weren’t a lot of neutral but simple and unique designs to chose from. Be cautious if you are someone that doesn’t like the metallic smell, it gets pretty strong if you get the ring wet! January 19, 2021 at 11:56PM

/u/PixelDash85 on Painted my nails purple (and im a guy so i found it wierd) and got a ring (after 2 rings that were too small)

I dig nail polish on dudes. Very nice work. May I ask where you got the ring? I like that style. January 19, 2021 at 11:56PM

/u/Proud_lambily-123 on An asexual kitty!

Cute!!! January 19, 2021 at 11:56PM

/u/WokeEdgelord on Best cake flavour?

Why can't I tick all of them :( January 19, 2021 at 11:51PM

/u/pipmerigold on Man asked me if I'm aroace why do I shower

Wtf... I'm so sorry this happened to you, that is an awful person. January 19, 2021 at 11:50PM

/u/GaraBlacktail on Do you feel welcomed in the LGBTIA+ community?

That's the thing that surprised me the most about the LGBTQ+ community. Oddly humanizing in a sense tough. January 19, 2021 at 11:50PM

/u/UnfathomableWonders on Do you feel welcomed in the LGBTIA+ community?

No idea about any of that, I’m not bi. January 19, 2021 at 11:47PM

/u/Revanclaw-and-memes on I look like an ace themed character daily

Nice descendants shirt. Milo would be proud! January 19, 2021 at 11:44PM

/u/Mawngee on Do you feel welcomed in the LGBTIA+ community?

That sounds too close to all the people that would say bi people didn't belong if they weren't in a homo relationship. January 19, 2021 at 11:44PM

/u/Mawngee on Do you feel welcomed in the LGBTIA+ community?

There are exclusionist in every group, and people get excluded from every group in the LGBT community. The people doing the excluding are in the minority from my experience, but hateful people like to be loud. Some people will try to gatekeep in each community, and media/society has had a role in promoting those voices, even those the majority of members from each group do not support the gatekeeping. January 19, 2021 at 11:42PM

/u/NotANilfgaardianSpy on I'm in the club now! Absolutely loving my ring and representing us!

Thanks, I was unsure what kind of ring I should get and this one would be very nice for me. It looks amazing on you! January 19, 2021 at 11:41PM

/u/EmmaBurger on I'm in the club now! Absolutely loving my ring and representing us!

It’s from an Etsy store called Lufolk, here’s the link: https://etsy.me/36hkD0T There are a bunch of options if you look up rings made from iron if their designs aren’t exactly what you want! January 19, 2021 at 11:39PM

/u/Sippy-Cupp on What Should I Say?

"Blah blah blah, no boyfriend blah blah blah" "Eh, I don't need that to be happy. I've actually discovered that I'm asexual which means I don't feel sexual attraction. I do feel aesthetic/sensual/platonic/romantic attraction and enjoy close friendships, but I do not need or want any sexual contact. This isn't a well known or well represented sexuality, so I understand if you have questions." January 19, 2021 at 11:38PM

/u/AcePainromantic on Any other aces have like 2 horny days a month, and then you’re back to normal the rest of the time?

I get it more like 2 or so a fortnight but yeah, although I'm AMAB so pretty sure it's nothing to do with menstrual cycles for me 😅 January 19, 2021 at 12:03AM

/u/AcePainromantic on I'm aro and I fell in love

Dang I was expecting a neat story and I just got attacked with kindness. Ily too I guess, I also love everyone here so you can't be that bad of a person :) January 19, 2021 at 12:02AM

/u/FreddieDoes40k on Have you ever actually had sex though?

I still don't understand what you mean by making you a lesser parent in a physical way. Could you elaborate more on this? January 19, 2021 at 12:01AM

/u/NeatoFirstOfTheDudes on I'm aro and I fell in love

Idk how helpful this is, but I'd basically describe it as "like being ace, but for romance". Personally, I've never had crushes, wanted to date people, etc. Idk there's a "like libido, but for romance", but if there is, I don't have one. Kissing people seems kinda weird and uncomfortable to me. I've heard that a lot of aro people don't like how romantic subplots are in every piece of media, although they don't bother me too much unless they're forced/badly written. I think about amatanormativity a lot, although that mostly started after I started identifying as aroace and learned the word amatanormativity. Uhh... I would've broken up this wall of text somewhat, but I didn't exactly have a coherent enough set of ideas to do paragraphs lol. Still, hopefully something in there helps. I'd also recommend checking out r/aromantic and r/aaro to see how much you identify with what people say there, if you haven't already.

/u/gotbristow on It took me a long time to understand ...

I'm 34 and just discovering this. Wasn't til I read a thread about what sexual attraction feels like for allo people that I realized I maybe hadn't ever experienced it before. All these years I just thought I had a low sex drive or something - in comparison to all my friends who have/seek sex and related human contact frequently. January 19, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/nootnotnut on Hi I am a girl and I feel attracted towards men's genitalia, but not persons. I honestly can't imagine a man that is hot in my opinion. Does anyone else feel that way? I don't know how to handle not being attracted to people, only to their genitalia. I feel kinda guilty for that.

I'm you but all inverted January 19, 2021 at 12:00AM

/u/FruitPunchShuffle on Any other aces have like 2 horny days a month, and then you’re back to normal the rest of the time?

Same here, with a flurry of creative energy and a little perkiness. Then back to normal within 3 days. I just take advantage and write or draw! January 18, 2021 at 11:57PM

/u/HavePlushieWillTalk on Some random thoughts on the online ace community

Nobody saw but me. And these dead plushie eyes see everything. ._. ​ ​ ​ ​ ._. January 18, 2021 at 11:55PM

/u/HaruBells on Am I gray ace or do I only have a low sex drive?

I’m sure plenty of people who identify as some flavor of ace are willing to do things for their partner’s sake. Especially if there’s trust that the partner would never abuse that. Personally I’m somewhere between Demisexual and gray ace, and I’d absolutely do things for my partner’s sake, because making him happy is important to me. But I also know that when I’m not in the mood he’s ok with that. January 18, 2021 at 11:54PM