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Why am I always concerned about what my sexual orientation is?

Profile: ChocolateOrange
ChocolateOrange on Feb 22, 2016
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It's human nature to want to label confusing or difficult things. And when you're first figuring it out, even when you're older things can affect your perspective and point of view that bring it back into the spotlight, it can become very important. There's nothing wrong with thinking and talking about it unless it does start to bring you down or affect your life in a negative way.
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Profile: Chelsdeanne93
Chelsdeanne93 on Jun 23, 2015
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Society puts a lot of pressure on us to label our sexual orientation. It can add stress to be unsure of what it is. It can also add pressure if your sexual orientation deviates from the norm.
Profile: leahlistens2
leahlistens2 on Feb 15, 2016
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There is a stigma to who people are sexually attracted to. Once you are able to accept you CAN NOT control who you fall for, the happier you can be and the easier it will be to accept yourself.
Profile: Aayla
Aayla on Aug 12, 2019
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Because it's an important part of your identity and it's right to question it deeply when you feel like you're still not sure about it. You can try to imagine yourself with different people in sexual and romantic contexts and be honest with yourself about what makes you feel good and happy. Analyzing your feelings and sensations about these fantasies on men and women can help you!
Profile: electricRainbow
electricRainbow on Apr 17, 2015
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I think that you are feeling concerned about it because it's a huge part of ourself and sometime us or people aren't really okay with it, you know what I mean? But your sexual orientation don't define you as a person, be whatever you feel to be, give it sometime, try new experiences, be patient and you'll get the answer. You just have to wait, don't push yourself too hard into things, you don't have to label yourself, feel free to be yourself without think about "what" you are, instead think about "who" you are.
Profile: Breathedani
Breathedani on May 15, 2015
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Sexual orientation can be a hard thing to understand. A lot of people want to know RIGHT NOW what their sexual orientation is, and if you are questioning what it may be then that means you are gonna need some time to figure things out. Just know that is natural.
Profile: Quakey
Quakey on Jul 28, 2015
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It's only natural. The only way you can resolve the problem is to try different things out. Maybe join your local LGBTQ Community center or your school's GSA?
Profile: Herequeerandcheering
Herequeerandcheering on Nov 24, 2015
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I cannot fully determine why but it's a possibility that you prefer to label yourself. Which is completely normal. Plus, it might just might be a lot to be questioning and you just fell like you have to know right away kind of like a cliff hanger in a book.
Profile: Greatlistener87
Greatlistener87 on Apr 25, 2016
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Its okay to be concern about it, but don't let the concern create anxiety. Sexuality is a very tricky subject it takes time and effort for you to figure it out. But don't stress about it, just find a way to let it flow and make sense in its own time.
Profile: AgentOink
AgentOink on Apr 25, 2016
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There has been a lot of judgement over people and their sexual orientation throughout the years. This constant worry of whether you're "normal" or "acceptable" can toy in the back of your mind. It's hard to shake this almost natural feeling but remember, no matter what your sexual orientation is, what matters is that you are happy with whomever you love.
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