I'll probably open a Pandora's box with this question.
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Patrick’s Penthouse
The misfit angel
Hot Coffee
Chrysalis
zach webb
for trans people to say that they're comfortable with their choice is interesting. If you're so comfortable with their choice, why is the highest percentage of shooters transgender? Sounds like they're confused lost and lonely to me. what if the government or the world tried to normalize schizophrenia? You don't have any pride pages for schizophrenics. But yet we're supposed to call this ill mindset OK? Everyone has free will but, I don't know. Here's some evidence. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1HijQ5THey/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Xavvy
Sorry for such comments, it's actually in a paragraph form but acording to ramblio, it's too long, so I just put it that way.
Xavvy
By the way, I have read the comments here and I will not give my opinion on each of them because it might start arguments or misunderstandings due to different beliefs. My stand remains the same. Everyone is equal. Whether you are part of LGBTQ or not, we are all just human.
Xavvy
Sometimes I feel envious of other countries, especially America and those that are more accepting of people with different sexual orientations, where they are more welcoming to those who are part of the rainbow community. I know some people find this unacceptable, but that is my opinion. In my religion, Roman Catholic, they do not openly express disgust toward LGBT people, but they do not fully accept it either. I would never use my religion as justification even if I were straight, because when it comes to religion, everyone has different views and we cannot force people to accept things that go against their beliefs.
Xavvy
From that alone, I know that even without telling my dad directly, he already knows. He has never said that he does not accept me, but from the way he talks about LGBT people, I can tell he does not want a child who is part of it. I also know that I am not the only one among my siblings with a different sexual orientation because one of my sisters bravely came out as bisexual too.
Xavvy
I do not need to look far for examples. In my family, my siblings and parents know about my sexual orientation, but my dad does not fully accept it. When I talk to my family about it without my dad around, my mom always asks if he already knows. I always tell her that he probably already feels it. In my 23 years of existence, I have never shown much interest in girls. Sure, I am open to falling in love with a girl and I have experienced it before, but my attraction to guys is stronger. Not because of sexual needs. I just think guys can be more romantic than girls. Also, the fact that I easily get along with guys makes me more convinced that I would rather have a male partner. But of course, who knows where the future will lead us. I honestly do not care for now. If I had to choose, I would rather be with someone who understands me the most. Another factor is that since we are both guys, we can relate to each other and express ourselves more naturally through our actions.
Xavvy
Even here in the Philippines where I live, there are still plenty of homophobic and conservative people who will not accept anyone with a different sexual orientation. I will be honest, in this country people still hear things like men were made for women and women were made only for men. That is usually the mindset of older people and some religious individuals who use religion to condemn what they call the third sex, mostly Generation X, Generation Y and those older than them. And you are probably aware that this is not happening only in the Philippines. In general, even in the US, the UK and other countries, especially some Islamic countries, these issues still exist. But with my generation, I can say that people with different sexual orientations and gender identities are more accepted now. Things have changed a lot. That I am certain of.
Xavvy
This topic really caught my interest honestly. About your question on where we draw the line in accepting others with different sexual orientations and gender identities romantically or sexually, well I am male by birth but I am bisexual which I think is obvious because of the bio on my profile. When it comes to accepting LGBTQIA+ people, if I am being asked, of course we should. We are all human. Now if you are asking about accepting them romantically like dating them, that depends on the person. For those of us who are part of the community, it is a definite yes. I am one of them and I know a lot of people will not agree with what I am about to say.
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Hornbeck
So I just had a name change which is Very apropos for this thread. I'll have to get used to the new name myself, just like friends of trans people have to get used to their new look, their transition, and their new name. Now, do I not so secretly think it's odd to learn that Mark used to go by Rose? When I do see it, I don't make comments out loud, but I will probably have some thoughts of it being strange to me. Mark will have had enough reaction from bullies so I'm not about to add to his feelings of being judged.
Hornbeck
A therian (short for therianthrope ) is a person who identifies internally or spiritually as a non-human animal , while still knowing they are physically human. Key points, quick and simple: • It is an identity or belief , not a physical claim. • A therian might feel a deep connection to a specific animal (like a wolf, cat, bird, etc.). • Some describe it as psychological , spiritual , or symbolic . • It is not the same as cosplay or furries (though a person could be both). • Most therians say it’s about how they experience themselves inside , not pretending to be an animal. Examples of how someone might describe it: • “I feel like my mind or instincts are wolf-like.” • “I relate to cats so strongly that it feels like part of my identity.” It’s considered a subculture / personal identity concept , not a medical diagnosis and not a religion by itself. Different people interpret it differently.
Hornbeck
In answer to the question, someone's sexual orientation or gender identification has no bearing on me, until it does. People should be free to live in the way that fits them best. I don't have trans friends so far as I know, but that is not because I choose not to. I think it's more of a birds of a feather thing there. If someone wants to identify as an animal or a tree, that's not any of my business either. I'll paste something here from Chat GPT that might shed a light on that. As you'll see from the text, etherial people tend to identify with or as a non-human being. They're not going to start showing up to the nearest hospital asking for cat claws, bigger canines, or a root implant to their lower extrimities.
Hornbeck
Hey Qadeer, you say your stance is both originated from logic, and that it's your personal opinion. With all due respect, if you say something is logical to you, it is not obvious to me or others. You can make an argument than call upon logic, some kind of logic, but to just say it's logic doesn't make it so. As a rule, the U.S. is more tollerant about gender and sexual orientation choices than many others. It's not accepted to be openly gay in many African nations, so one will do so at their own risk. But Elon Musk is free to choose to accept or not accept his child's transition to female. He is still free to do that in the U.S. of A. and their's nothing you or I can do about it.
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