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The Aro Mando Echo

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    What are your experiences with Ace or Aro phobia.

    in Aromantic Discussion

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    Oh, the list goes on.. I've been called a plant, a robot, asked if I'm incapable of love, told it's not real and other things like "It's a phase", or "you haven't met the right person yet." (classic). Once when I told someone I was AroAce they asked if I was diagnosed, and thought it was a medical condition. I've also had fellow LGBTQ+ friends tell me I'm not "gay enough" and that being AroAce "didn't count." Also, I have been told once that by not having children and getting married, I'm "wasting my potential." (I've unfortunately seen this a lot among other women too.) Some of these things might not be severe enough to be classified as a phobia, but these are just my experiences.

     

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    Breakfast at TPBY's

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    Sure I'm down! I love movies- we definitely have to get theater popcorn though...

    *ahem* Dearest PBM, would you care to partake in a camping trip with me? (There will be s'mores.)

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    I noticed how a lot of people on this forum can't really come to terms when they discover there Aromantic or Asexual.

    in Aromantic Discussion

    Posted · Edited by The Aro Mando Echo

    4 hours ago, HelloThere said:

    I haven’t seen most of the benefits yet because well, I’m 15 but I am definitely happy with the thought of staying single, I’m just… uncertain.

    I am 15 as well, and I've decided for me (personally- not pushing this on anyone) that one way I might be able to feel more "accepted" in society is by working in a job or industry that has no romantic connotations, or one that many people who are "married to their work" are. For me, that's the military and medical field, but there are many jobs, hobbies, and things out there that can have a slightly less tense environment when it comes to romance.

    Again- this is just a personal solution I've found that makes me feel more at ease. There are so many ways to live your life!

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    Pets?

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    If anyone would like to share if they have pets, or photos of their pets, here is the place!

    I want to see adorable creatures guys please.

    I'll go first! I have a Doberman pinscher names Tiberius, a Bearded Dragon named Griffin, and a Crested Gecko named Petri! 

    Here is a pic of Tiberius (he's very goofy)

    Also- the background of the image is blurred out for privacy reasons. I recommend being careful about not showing faces if you choose to upload a photo!

    private dog photo.jpg

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    Allo Friends

    in Aromantic Discussion

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    When I'm in that situation I usually just say " I'm focusing more on myself right now," or "I'm not really interested in a relationship." But I know that those are more temporary fixes and don't address the real issues. If they start to get really pushy, you could set some boundaries by telling them you aren't interested in others in that way or something (Similar to what nonmerci was saying- you don't necessarily need to use the term Aromantic.) I'm sorry you're feeling pressured, I think some allos just genuinely can't understand aromanticism, and it sounds like your friends are trying to relate with you. I hope your friends understand that being in a romantic relationship is not a priority for you, and they support you for it! :)

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