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#1 Jun 26 2011 at 9:25 PM Rating: Good
So, being attracted to people largely independent of gender or sex, I want to know how this works for people who don't function like me.

I'm actually now in a position where I know a couple of genderqueer people who are just really attractive and it's making it very obvious to me how little gender matters to me sexually. Romantically, I tend to prefer males and mostly land myself in heteronormative relationships, but that is changing, too, and I'm also slowly realising that romance and sexuality have less to do with each other for me than I previously thought, and readjusting my mindset to account for that.

Anyway, my question is: If you're only attracted to one sex/gender, is it more about sex (i.e. XX or XY) or about gender (identity, how someone carries themself etc.)? Or is it a combination of both?
If you're attracted to, say, males, are you more likely to be attracted to a MtF or FtM transperson?
And are there actually any people here who like to shag a different sex/gender than they'd like to marry?

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#2 Jun 26 2011 at 9:37 PM Rating: Good
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#3 Jun 26 2011 at 9:43 PM Rating: Decent
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I have to agree with lolgaxe. It is a really interesting question that I have just never thought about. I am trying to now but it is a pretty big thing. My gut instinct is that it is a combination of both.

I have never been attracted to another man, even though there are many that have carried themselves with a more feminine quality. I have always been attracted to females, predominantly by the individuals attitude, but also by they're physical sex and the features that come with it.
#4 Jun 26 2011 at 9:48 PM Rating: Good
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I'm both. I'm attracted to males and men. But I don't like my men super masculine or super feminine.

I also have a thing for androgynous faces, but don't really like androgynous bodies, so I rarely find those guys attractive in a physical way.
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#7 Jun 26 2011 at 11:13 PM Rating: Decent
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I'm not going to try to pretend to be uppity and beyond urge impulses, because I'm far from it... but I can be attracted to anyone if they seem to exhibit love in some strong form. It's why I find Stephen Fry so damned wonderful.
#8 Jun 27 2011 at 2:19 AM Rating: Good
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Gender has nothing to do with it for me. I have been in love with males and females. My first love was a female, my high school sweetheart. It depends on what kind of attachments I form with that person. After my first love moved away, I got involved with a MtF and that was one of the most fun relationships I have had. We didn't love each other but we enjoyed each others company and had a lot in common. Being in a relationship with someone doesn't always mean love. I have had relationships where I wasn't even sure I liked the person, but was attracted to them in one way or another.

I have never been attracted to one specific gender so I am not sure I qualify when answering your questions, but I have had more lasting relationships with females than males if that is indicative of anything.

Edited, Jun 27th 2011 3:21am by Delva
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#10 Jun 27 2011 at 5:26 AM Rating: Good
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I'm both. I'm attracted to males and men. But I don't like my men super masculine or super feminine.

I also have a thing for androgynous faces, but don't really like androgynous bodies, so I rarely find those guys attractive in a physical way.

See I'm the different, I love androgynous bodies as well. Works with women, too.
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#11 Jun 27 2011 at 6:28 AM Rating: Good
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idiggory wrote:
I'm both. I'm attracted to males and men. But I don't like my men super masculine or super feminine.

I also have a thing for androgynous faces, but don't really like androgynous bodies, so I rarely find those guys attractive in a physical way.

See I'm the different, I love androgynous bodies as well. Works with women, too.



You're not gay, though. You're bi.


I've actually been thinking a bit more, and I'm certain now that what has been the deciding factor for me for long-term relationships until now was gender rather than sex.
#12 Jun 27 2011 at 6:30 AM Rating: Excellent
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Never really thought about it deeply, just went with instincts.
Pretty much this.

Surprisingly enough (to some, damn you Asylumites Smiley: glare) I'm straight heterosexual when it comes to sexual preferences. I've never felt sexually attracted to men; I have found men "attractive" in that someone with a great body will make me stop and go "oh wow." But it's more in a "I respect the fact that you're gorgeous" than "I woulds totally taps dat." And I would argue my attraction to females is based on sex more than gender. I've found tomboys as attractive as girlie girls. I used to hang out with a girl in college, and I would have hooked up with her in a minute... except she was an androgynous-looking lesbian Smiley: lol Several girls I've dated have been bisexual, or at least had sexual experiences with other girls. Haven't dated anyone who's become a lesbian though (have a friend who did that; we still give him flak for "turning her on to women.")

So basically, I'm a stereotypical guy, for better or worse Smiley: tongue
#13 Jun 27 2011 at 6:35 AM Rating: Good
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Never really thought about it deeply, just went with instincts.
Pretty much this.

Surprisingly enough (to some, damn you Asylumites Smiley: glare) I'm straight heterosexual when it comes to sexual preferences. I've never felt sexually attracted to men; I have found men "attractive" in that someone with a great body will make me stop and go "oh wow." But it's more in a "I respect the fact that you're gorgeous" than "I woulds totally taps dat." And I would argue my attraction to females is based on sex more than gender. I've found tomboys as attractive as girlie girls. I used to hang out with a girl in college, and I would have hooked up with her in a minute... except she was an androgynous-looking lesbian Smiley: lol Several girls I've dated have been bisexual, or at least had sexual experiences with other girls. Haven't dated anyone who's become a lesbian though (have a friend who did that; we still give him flak for "turning her on to women.")

So basically, I'm a stereotypical guy, for better or worse Smiley: tongue
Stereotypical guys don't admit to even finding another male attractive, even from a position of respect. The typical response when seeing someone that is clearly very good looking is too just call him a ***.
#14 Jun 27 2011 at 6:39 AM Rating: Good
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Haven't dated anyone who's become a lesbian though (have a friend who did that; we still give him flak for "turning her on to women.")


I know a gay guy who has the magical power of turning everyone he dates into women. I think three of the people he's been with transitioned after they dated him.
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The typical response when seeing someone that is clearly very good looking is too just call him a ***.
That's not true. That's reserved for **** and meterosexuals.
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#16 Jun 27 2011 at 7:37 AM Rating: Good
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If you're only attracted to one sex/gender, is it more about sex (i.e. XX or XY) or about gender (identity, how someone carries themself etc.)? Or is it a combination of both?


For me? Sex, or at least apparent sex. Hypothetical situations aside, I'm attracted to the physical form of women. Actually, I'm rather uncomfortable with someone who is too 'feminine' as a partner, but I don't find the male form attractive.

With that said, something along the lines of this question was a popular topic here after a recent Thai talent show. The participants were good looking and had the proper distribution of jiggly bits. I don't see a reason to rush to Thailand to meet them, nor do I think I'd flee in terror if I found myself having a drink with them. To my mind (not having been in a situation where it mattered) a person who has gone to that much effort to change their body has earned my respect for their effort. If one of those young 'ladies' were to hit on me, I'd like to think that I'd give them as the same evaluation as any other attractive, young lady.

I haven't found myself interested in the physical form of men, but perhaps that speaks more loudly to the kind of people I meet than it does to any rigid vision of sexuality. I don't know any significant sample of men who dress as women or pre/post op transsexuals and since I doubt that old, bald guys are particularly high on their list of hot dates I'd guess it is a moot question.


#17 Jun 27 2011 at 7:50 AM Rating: Decent
I'm not worried if its a guy or a girl. I'm attracted to a person by looks, personality and their standards.
I like the old fashioned courting ritual and how its done. I've never just jumped into the bed with any one nighter. I have a like for things on the exotic side also. I've had a few friends that are Dominants and you end up learning that you get what you want not look for it.
#18 Jun 27 2011 at 10:44 AM Rating: Good
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Slender hands go further easier.

Also something about red hair and a slender body with some china doll skin and large tits presses about every button I have.



Edited, Jun 27th 2011 10:46am by Tarub
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I should probably add that vaginas scare me.
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#20 Jun 27 2011 at 1:36 PM Rating: Good
Vaginas scare me, too, I'm attracted to girls anyway. I just don't want someone to expect me to have a very high awareness of their private parts. With guys, I'm not required to be as good as a guy. It takes some pressure off.
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There is nothing scary about a ******. They're warm and inviting.
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Yeah.
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If you beleive in cartoons, vaginas should be the least of your worries.
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#24 Jun 27 2011 at 1:50 PM Rating: Good
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In cartoonland varus, alma and gbaji don't exist.

You tell me which is the better life.
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#25 Jun 27 2011 at 1:53 PM Rating: Good
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Vaginaland is clearly superior.
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idiggory wrote:
In cartoonland varus, alma and gbaji don't exist.
gbaji


varus


Alma is kind of a mix between the two.

Edited, Jun 27th 2011 3:54pm by lolgaxe
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