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Sexual Orientations

There are many different types of sexual orientation:

• Heterosexuality: Attraction to persons of the opposite sex.

• Homosexuality: Attraction to persons of one's own sex.

• Bisexuality: Attraction to persons of both sexes.

• Pansexuality: Attraction to persons of any sex, regardless of their biological sex or gender identity.

• Asexuality: No or very little sexual attraction to other persons.

Each of these sexual orientations is normal and acceptable as long as they occur consensually between adults. No one should be discriminated against or stigmatized because of their sexual orientation.

Gender Identities

In addition to sexual orientation, there are also various gender identities:

• Cisgender: Individuals whose gender identity matches the sex assigned to them at birth. For example, someone assigned female at birth who identifies as a woman

• Transgender: Individuals whose gender identity does not align with the sex assigned to them at birth.

• Transmasculine: Individuals who were assigned female at birth but identify as male or adopt masculine traits.

• Transfeminine: Individuals who were assigned male at birth but identify as female or adopt feminine traits.

• Non-binary: Individuals who do not exclusively identify as male or female. This group can encompass a variety of identities, such as genderqueer or genderfluid.

• Agender: Individuals who identify as genderless or without gender.

• Bigender: Individuals who identify as both male and female or switch between these identities.

• Genderfluid: Individuals whose gender identity changes over time.

This list is not exhaustive, as gender identity is highly individual and diverse. It is important to accept and respect the variety of gender identities, just as it is with sexual orientations. Every person should have the right to express their identity freely and be recognized without prejudice.

Relationship Types

Just like sexual orientation and gender identity, relationship styles can vary widely:

• Monogamy: A relationship in which two people are exclusively committed to each other.

• Open Relationship: A committed partnership in which both partners agree to allow romantic or sexual relationships with other people.

• Polyamory: Engaging in multiple romantic or sexual relationships at the same time, with the knowledge and consent of everyone involved.

• Casual Relationship: A relationship without long-term commitment, often focused on companionship or sexual connection.

This list is not exhaustive, as gender identity is highly individual and diverse. It is important to accept and respect the variety of gender identities, just as it is with sexual orientations. Every person should have the right to express their identity freely and be recognized without prejudice.

Everyone Is Different

And now, to all heterosexual, cisgender people in monogamous relationships who condemn everything else and label it as "not normal":

Every form of sexual orientation, gender identity and relationship style that is based on mutual consent and respect deserves full acceptance. No one chooses how they feel or whom they love. It's simply a part of who they are.

And no matter how "unnatural" it may seem to some: Homosexual behavior has been documented in countless animal species. That alone proves there is nothing unnatural about it. And those who still claim that sex is meant solely for reproduction should honestly ask themselves if, in their own heterosexual relationship, they only have sex to conceive children. If not, it should be clear that sexuality serves far more purposes than just reproduction.

No one should be judged, shamed, or restricted in their freedom simply because their identity or orientation doesn't fit into someone else's personal worldview.

Closing Words

So, for everyone to note once again, especially those who may not have understood it until now: All sexual orientations and preferences are normal and acceptable as long as they occur consensually between adults. No one should be discriminated against or stigmatized because of their sexual orientation or preferences.