Hello, everyone. Antonia here, and I decided to do a blog on tanong I'm frequently asked about being asexual. As I mentioned in the Introduction Blog, I am asexual. I first discovered that when I was fourteen. I was bullied in school because of it. If you're not sure what asexual is, this should educate you, (I hope). Here it goes.
1. Q: If you're asexual, does that mean you don't date?
A: No. All asexual means is that you're not sexually attracted to anyone. Romance is totally different. Some asexuals are aromantic, but some of them are romantic. Romantically speaking, I could go either way, but I prefer males.
2. Q: Are you an alien?
A: No, I am not an alien. If you want to see aliens, watch a sci-fi film.
3. Q: Since you're not dating someone, are you lonely?
A: No, I'm not lonely. I have friends. Friendship can be just as rewarding as romance, if not more. Honestly, the only reason I haven't dated is I'm afraid of getting hurt. I've had good mga kaibigan who have been hurt in romance, and I know it could very easily happen to me.
4. Q: How do you know you're asexual?
A: You just know. That's really difficult to answer. There are different types of asexuals out there, and in the end, you know how you feel. Don't listen to anyone who tells you otherwise.
5. Q: Do you think you'll change your mind when the "right person" comes along?
A: No, I won't change my mind. Asexuality is a sexual orientation, not a choice. Besides, the "right person" would understand my needs and desires.
6. Q: If you're asexual, does that mean you're repulsed sa pamamagitan ng sex/the idea of it?
A: No. Sexual orientation and sexual desire are actually two different things. I am repulsed sa pamamagitan ng the idea of sex, but I don't reject it entirely.
7. Q: Are you asexual for religious purposes?
A: No, I'm not even religious. I'm spiritual, though. Asexuality is not celibacy. Celibacy is a choice. Asexuality is not a choice.
8. Q: What is the worst part about being asexual?
A: Probably the ridicule I've faced for it.
9. Q: What is the best part about being asexual?
A: I'm not sure. I guess the fact that it makes you an individual.
10. Q: Does it annoy you when people misconstrue your being asexual?
A: Yes.
I hope you enjoyed this blog. There are madami blogs to come.
Peace and love,
-Antonia
1. Q: If you're asexual, does that mean you don't date?
A: No. All asexual means is that you're not sexually attracted to anyone. Romance is totally different. Some asexuals are aromantic, but some of them are romantic. Romantically speaking, I could go either way, but I prefer males.
2. Q: Are you an alien?
A: No, I am not an alien. If you want to see aliens, watch a sci-fi film.
3. Q: Since you're not dating someone, are you lonely?
A: No, I'm not lonely. I have friends. Friendship can be just as rewarding as romance, if not more. Honestly, the only reason I haven't dated is I'm afraid of getting hurt. I've had good mga kaibigan who have been hurt in romance, and I know it could very easily happen to me.
4. Q: How do you know you're asexual?
A: You just know. That's really difficult to answer. There are different types of asexuals out there, and in the end, you know how you feel. Don't listen to anyone who tells you otherwise.
5. Q: Do you think you'll change your mind when the "right person" comes along?
A: No, I won't change my mind. Asexuality is a sexual orientation, not a choice. Besides, the "right person" would understand my needs and desires.
6. Q: If you're asexual, does that mean you're repulsed sa pamamagitan ng sex/the idea of it?
A: No. Sexual orientation and sexual desire are actually two different things. I am repulsed sa pamamagitan ng the idea of sex, but I don't reject it entirely.
7. Q: Are you asexual for religious purposes?
A: No, I'm not even religious. I'm spiritual, though. Asexuality is not celibacy. Celibacy is a choice. Asexuality is not a choice.
8. Q: What is the worst part about being asexual?
A: Probably the ridicule I've faced for it.
9. Q: What is the best part about being asexual?
A: I'm not sure. I guess the fact that it makes you an individual.
10. Q: Does it annoy you when people misconstrue your being asexual?
A: Yes.
I hope you enjoyed this blog. There are madami blogs to come.
Peace and love,
-Antonia