Here Are the Most Common Misconceptions About “Bisexuality” on Celebrate Bisexuality Day
“To be bisexual means to be free to love or be loved, regardless of gender. “
” Bisexuality does not mean confusion; it means embracing all possibilities”
” I am attracted to hearts, not to bodies. “
Perhaps the previous quotes express the complexities of sexual orientation duality or “bisexuality,” this broad spectrum that falls under the umbrella of the LGBTQIA+ community. Some may find it difficult to understand due to the intricacies surrounding this gender identity, which opens the door to prejudgments and misconceptions, sometimes even from members of the LGBTQIA+ community themselves.
Since we are in the week of awareness for sexual orientation diversity, it is essential to review some of the most common misconceptions and stereotypes about this unique spectrum.
- Sexual orientation duality is a state of confusion: as if it were a temporary phase before a person decides to be either gay or heterosexual, which is a mistaken perception.
- Bisexuals are equally attracted to all genders. but that’s not always the case – some bisexual people are into men and women, but one gender might be stronger for them.
- The percentage of “bisexuality” among women is high! There are no statistics of this kind, and this point of view assumes the existence of male bisexuals or gender-non-specific people with a bisexual orientation
- Bisexuals want to have it all: they may be labeled as greedy or dissatisfied with their relationships, whereas bisexuality expresses the potential for attraction to more than one gender, not greed.
It is therefore necessary to remind ourselves that the lack of understanding of this group leads to compounded discrimination against those with diverse sexual orientations, whether from heterosexuals or even from other segments of the LGBTQIA+ community. To confront such challenges, we must first respect the privacy and uniqueness of our differences and seek to understand more about what we do not comprehend before we fear it and pass judgment on it.
