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Yeah, I’ll definitely look into it more! Thank you!

I’ve heard of that! Although I don’t know a whole lot about it.

Okay, so, I’ve been thinking a lot, and I don’t know what to make of this. I’ve started identifying as aromantic, but I’ve also come to the conclusion that I think I would like the companionship of someone who shares the same interests as me, and enjoys the same things as me, and that I could spend some one-on-one time playing video games that we both love, discussing geography (my favorite topic), etc.. But when I think about the “affectionate, romantic” things like kissing and snuggling, and even... well... sex, I don’t entertain those thoughts at all, and they don’t sound in any way appealing to me. Maybe cuddling a little, but, like, in a platonic way. Anyways, if anyone’s had similar thoughts or experiences, and could help me figure all of this out, that would be greatly appreciated! As always, thanks!

Gotcha! So, with all of these examples I’m seeing I’m really starting to think I might be asexual, as I don’t really think I ever have experienced what you were talking about with ‘experiencing sexual attraction.’ I also don’t even think I’ve ever really had fantasies either, so that’s also a big sign I’d think. Thank you so much for your help, it means a lot!

I don’t think it’s too explicit. And thanks for sharing your experiences! I don’t think I’ve ever really felt that way, so, while I’m not going to identify as asexual just yet, I do think that that’s a good sign that I am. Thanks for your help!

Wow, thanks so much for sharing your story! See, I’ve wondered if I would ever enjoy the actual act of sex, which I don’t know, but what I do know is that I’ve never had that instinctual desire, like you said, to have sex with someone simply upon seeing them. I find certain people aesthetically pleasing in their appearance, but like you were talking about, I have trouble identifying who’s “hot” just by seeing them - I usually come to that conclusion based of what it is generally considered. And another off topic thing is that while I’m more, in a sense, ‘attracted’ although not romantically or sexually, if that makes any sense, to women, I tend to find more men ‘handsome’ or aesthetically pleasing, and I’m not entirely sure why, but it’s true. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

*Slightly NSFW warning* Hello! So, apologies if this isn’t the place to ask this, but I’ve already started identifying as aromantic, and I’ve started wondering if I’m asexual as well. I’ve read the definition of asexual as “not experiencing sexual attraction” and I... have no idea what that means? Is that like, looking at someone and thinking they’re “hot” or thinking that you would like to sleep with them? Because I’ve never really felt that about anyone. I also don’t know if I’d actually enjoy anything like that or not. I know that these are by no means reliable, but I’ve taken some of those “Am I Asexual” quizzes online and they’ve always come out (pun not intended) asexual. If anyone else has had these questions I’d love to hear what you guys think, as it’s kinda hard to figure these things out. ? As always, thank you!

That makes sense. Although I’ve heard of a lot of people who aren’t quoiromantic but identify as ‘Aromantic’ not being able to figure out exactly what they feel, too. Also, I’m just now starting to try to figure these things out so I presume some confusion is expected, right? ? I don’t think I’ve ever felt what could be considered romantic attraction, though.

Gotcha. I would like to get an aromantic flag phone case or something like that, though!

Ello, ello! Sorry if this has been asked before, but is there an accepted symbol of aromanticism? Like, a symbol to wear on a necklace or something? Like the black ring for asexuality, or the rainbow for gay (or just the LBGT+ community as a whole). I’ve heard things like a white ring thrown around but I was wondering if there was a solid, accepted symbol?

Hiya! So, I’ve been grappling with figuring out my romantic orientation, but I’m pretty sure that I’m aromantic. I’ve had what I believe to be intense squishes in the past but I don’t think they were crushes. So, if anybody here is on the romantic-spectrum, could you guys please help explain to me what romance actually feels like, since I’m trying to figure out if I’ve ever felt it. I don’t think I have but I want to be 100% sure. Thanks all! ?

Wow! Thank you so much for your immense hospitality. ? And I’ve thought about trying other aro-spec labels like you said, but I do feel like I’d come back to “Aromantic.” like you did. Also it’s good to hear about someone who’s had similar experiences, it makes me feel good to know. Thank you, once again for all of your help! ???

Hello all! So, recently I’ve begun to think a lot about my romantic orientation. So, I’m like 99% sure I’m Aromantic. I’ve never wanted a relationship, and things like kissing hold no appeal for me. I’m questioning my feelings, though. I’m almost certain I’m Aromantic, I just want to confirm. I know I’m the only one who can do that for me, but I was hoping maybe you guys would be able to help me sort through some questions. So, I’ve only ever had what I may call a “crush” on a real person (my “crushes” which I think are more squishes, are usually on fictional characters) once or twice, and that was years ago. Even then, I didn’t have any desire to do anything like hand-holding, kissing, or cuddling, or even... dating - with them. But I still got that giddiness and nervousness when I saw them. Also, most of the time when I’m fully awake, the idea of cuddling does nothing for me (and as I’m writing this, I don’t entertain the idea of cuddling at all) but every now and then, randomly in the middle of the night, I’ll think about cuddling or snuggling with someone, and I’ll think “that may be nice.” But other than the things I’ve listed - which are more past events and occurrences than feelings or beliefs that I hold - anything that may remotely be considered “romantic” is completely absent. Also I despise the idea of getting married. I’ve read all kinds of threads and stuff on it, but I’ve never come to a 100% certain conclusion, and I wanted to ask people who would know a lot about it. Like I said, I’m almost certain I’m Aromantic, and I very much like the idea of being Aromantic, I was just wondering if those kinds of things have ever happened to Aromantic people. Thank you!