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.
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
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
by itigo October 26, 2024