LGBTQ+ (usually) labels that seem to contradict each other, used simultaneously.
A few examples: straight gay, lesboy, turigirl, afab trans woman, etc.
These identities don'
t have to make sense to you, as labels are meant to reflect one's own perception of themselves. Plus, language and culture are constantly evolving.
Remember: diminishing other queer
people for having atypical experiences is ultimately unhelpful in our acceptance.
Sometimes, these labels are used to better describe someone's experiences with
gender and sexuality — for example, an intersex AFAB woman may still identify as
transgender because they feel it best describes them.
person 1: i identify as
straight and gay.
person 2: i don't fully understand contradictory labels, but i
respect you because you know yourself best
person 1: thanks! i'm dating your mom and dad btw
person 2: what the
fuck
