Lerissa-Kami #1

Key Concepts in Gender and Sexuality

• Sexual Identity

  • The label one uses to describe their sexual attraction to others.
  • Example: The individual identifies as pansexual, meaning they are attracted to people regardless of their gender.

• Gender Fluidity

  • Refers to a gender identity that may change or fluctuate over time.
  • The individual is exploring their feelings about being gender fluid but is currently unsure.

• Cis Sexuality

  • Refers to being attracted to the gender one identifies as (i.e., a cisgender person identifies with their sex assigned at birth).
  • The individual mentions they are okay with their own cis sexuality after exploring different identities for a couple of years.

• Self-Exploration

  • The process of reflecting on one's own sexual orientation and gender identity can take time and may evolve.
  • The statement, "I'm still kinda discovering at," emphasizes the ongoing nature of this reflection.

• Balance of Identities

  • The individual feels a balance between identifying as pansexual and being potentially gender fluid or exploring that identity, indicating a complex and nuanced understanding of self.