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What does being asexual mean to you?
It’s who I’m. I’m just as human as everybody on this planet (except voidpunks, they’re too cool for being called “human”)
How do you identify within the spectrum?
Asexual
What is your romantic orientation?
Aromantic
Do you like being commonly called “ace”?
Yep, why not
Do you experience sexual attraction?
Of course not
What is intimacy to you?
Sharing your deepest emotions
What’s your outlook on love and sex?
Love is okay, sex is gross. I feel love – but not in romantic way. I love my cats, i love my job.
Sex is something.. repulsive. I was always repulsed by it.
Do you experience sexual arousal/ masturbate?
Zero libodo, woohoo
How do you feel about people being sexually attracted to you?
They may experience it, but, sadly for them, they most likely won’t be able to get it from me
What are your thoughts on the “A” in LGBTQIA+ often standing for “ally” instead of “asexual”?
Allies are cool, but they not repressed by society like we do
Do you have an ace ring? What does an ace ring mean to you?
Yes I have. This way I show my identity, but in invisible way
Respond to the phrase “Maybe you just haven’t had good sex yet”
Maybe or maybe not. I don’t wanna check
Are you monogamous or non-monogamous?
It’s hard to answer cause I’m aromantic)
How does your experience of asexuality relate to your gender?
Ooh, I think cause I’m aroace – I’m agender too.
How did you first discover asexuality?
It was Alastor from Hazbin. Heard that he aroace (old canon) and like “Hm, that may be me”
How did you come to realise that you were asexual?
Firstly I realized, that I’m aromantic. But still think that I’m hetero, cause I like opposite sex in aesthetic way. Well it was aesthetic attraction. I asked myself one question: “Do I want to have sex with someone in one day?” Answer was “No”.
How often do you have doubts about being asexual?
Rarely
How long have you identified as asexual?
Almost 2 years
Have societal pressures ever made you question your own sexual desires or lack of it?
I think not
Why do you think it’s difficult for some people to grasp the concept of asexuality?
It’s part of them, very important part. They can’t understand, how someone can live without it
How did you start to come to terms with your asexuality?
I started to doubt about my heterosexuality/romantic orientation more and more. Last straw was when I watched Katzuns video about being transgender. I decided to explore things, that I was doubted.
Has your understanding of asexuality shifted since you first learned about it?
Yes. When I first realized that I’m ace, I thought that all asexuals repulsed by the idea of sex and they also aromantics. Now I understand it way better.
Have you come out as asexual? If yes, how did you come out?
No
How do you feel about society over-sexualizing almost everything?
It’s sickens me, mostly fitness adds, that OOOOOOOVERLY sexualised.
What are your thoughts on having kids? Do you plan to have kids someday?
In a traditional way – no. Adopting – more no, than yes. I’m a teacher, I have many kids 🙂
Do you consider yourself to be part of the LGBTQIA+ community?
Yes
Are you religious? If so, how does your faith and queerness work together?
No
How do you feel about how asexuality is perceived in the LGBTQIA+ community?
We’re mostly accepted and loved bi this community, so I’m glad to be a part of it
Have you experienced discrimination in the LGBTQIA+ community?
No
Have you ever been to a pride parade? How did it go?
Really want to witness and participate in it, but, sadly, right now I live country with very lgbtphobic state
Do you agree that pride month is necessary?
Yes
What are your thoughts on labels?
They helping people to describe they’re feelings
How do you feel about representation of asexuality in media?
Wanna more
How do you deal with people who are curious about your sexuality?
They never, but If they ready to accept me, I can tell them everything
What stereotypes about asexuality do you relate to?
I’m also aro
What are the most annoying things people have said to you about asexuality?
“You just invented this for fun”
What are things to NOT say to an asexual person?
Just try
You will meet someone
What questions do you wish people would stop asking you?
I love to answer silly questions
What would you like to say to anyone who is asexual or wondering if they’re on the asexual spectrum?
You’re valid
How involved would you say you are with the asexual community?
Fully. I translating memes to my native language, I’m administrator in one of the biggest group about asexuality, I helping people, who struggling about they’re identity in A-spectrum.
What are things you love about being asexual, or being part of the asexual community?
Everything
How often do you meet other asexual people?
Very rare
How do you meet and connect with fellow asexuals?
Mostly we connect in internet and then in irl
Do you think sexuality , romantic attraction and gender identity are things that people are born with, influenced by upbringing, or both?
Both
What’s it like being queer in your country/society?
It’s something, that is against nature and law, especially for teachers, who are guides to the “correct” world of “traditional” values
What would you like people to know about asexuality?
We’re not monsters or have trauma (most of us)
What are your favorite asexual quotes?
“Id rather eat cake”
What are some of your favorite pieces of media with authentic representation everyone should watch?
You must read Loveless
Who are your favorite asexual celebrities or characters?
Alastor, Peridot