It's almost 2016, which means that it's time for ignorance about sexuality to end. If you're bisexual, it's nothing to be ashamed of. If you're straight, gay, pan, or any other sexuality, you should still know a few things about bisexuals, so you don't end up offending anyone in the future. Here are a few of the most ridiculous myths about bisexual women that need to come to an end:
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1. They Want Threesomes
Bisexual women are capable of falling for another woman, or falling for a man. But that doesn't mean that they want to be with both genders at the same time. They're entirely capable of being monogamous. Most bisexuals want to be in committed relationships, which means they're only going to be kissing and sleeping with one person at a time.
2. They Don’t Exist
Bisexuals exist. It's actually more common than you think for women to be attracted to other women, even though they're also attracted to men. Of course, if a bisexual ends up marrying a man, it doesn't mean she's no longer bisexual. It just means she found the person she wanted to spend the rest of her life with, who just so happened to be a male.
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3. They’re Trying to Impress Men
It's no secret that men love to see two women kissing. However, bisexuals aren't going to date another girl just to impress a man. It makes zero sense. The only reason a bisexual is going to sleep with a girl is because that's what she genuinely wants to do. It's for her. Not for anyone else.
4. They’re Confused
Some people will claim that bisexuals are confused, because they wrongly assume that women can only be straight or gay. However, that's far from the truth. Most people don't fall on one side of the fence. A lot of us will have girl crushes mixed in with our boy crushes. Have you ever heard of the Kinsey Scale? It says that "sexual orientation is really a scale from hetereosexualiy to homosexuality." That means that you can fall somewhere in between being completely heterosexual and homosexual.
5. They’re More Likely to Cheat
Some people think that bisexuals are more likely to cheat, because they're capable of being attracted to men and women. Of course, that's ridiculous. If you like someone, you're going to be loyal to them. It doesn't matter how many other attractive people walk by. Bisexuals still have self control.
6. They’re Attracted to Everyone
Straight women aren't attracted to every single guy they see. It's the same with bisexuals. They aren't going to love every person they meet. They still have their own "type" and their own standards.
7. It’s a Phase
Your sexuality isn't a phase. You aren't going to grow out of it. In fact, you're going to grow into it. Over time, you'll learn to be more comfortable with your sexuality. Of course, you don't have to put a label on yourself. If you're not sure if you should call yourself bisexual or straight or pansexual or demisexual, then don't call yourself anything at all. You like who you like. That's it.
Now that you know all of these myths are completely ridiculous, you can inform your friends! Have you figured out what sexuality you fall under?
Comments
Joanne: Sorry for the ignorance....but what is "pansexual"?
Quinny: I'm so sorry you are in that situation and I know it is really frustrating that your family isn't being supportive or even okay with it you need to remember that they grew up being taught one thing and the person they are supposed to teach is telling them that they know better. Just try to be gentle and understanding even if only to not be like them. You don't want to start a war, just gently explain to them how their comments make you feel before giving up and going off on them. Again I am so so sorry I know how hard it is. I wish I could be of more help
KittyEva: You know what @Liz? You're a fucking idiot and people like you are in the minority, thank God. If you don't like the posts, don't read them. I went through your comments section and you made it a point to comment on several posts about sexuality. Sounds like you need to figure out who you are before you comment on others.
Cynthi: Thank you @quinnythepooh
Cynthia: I'm bisexual, tried telling my mother, and she said I was "confused". Two close friends know I'm bi, and that's it. I come from a Christian family where homosexuality is a disgrace, and once my father casually mentioned if I was homosexual that he would never speak to me again.
Cynthi: @joanne its attraction to any gender or sexual identity
Sapna: Nice topic n points
Sev: Wow.. Hope nobody in liz' life comes out and expects solitude and kindness from her. Great article. I'm pansexual and I hear all the same myths, stereotypes etc. Or the "you just haven't met the RIGHT man yet" even though I have been with the same woman for years.
J: Never mind I saw it now 😂😂😂😂
Macie: @liz you need to stop writing these degrading comments. I understand that religion is important to you and the bible and God's words and whatever. but in this day and age your beliefs are harmful and outdated. I am not asking you to change your beliefs, I just want you to practice them more privately. people here share raw, intimate things about themselves and it is supposed to be an app where we all support and love each other. not only are your beliefs narrow minded- they do not fit everyone. I for one am not even Christian and I've never read from your bible- does this make me a sinner? id really like to know. all the best
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