Can you share some asexual life stories?

In some religious communities, asexuality can be misconstrued. There was a case where an asexual person was told by their religious leaders that they were sinning because they didn't have sexual desires in the way that was expected. They were made to feel like they were going against God, which is a very traumatic and horror - like experience for someone who is just living their truth.

Once, an asexual friend was asked out on a date. Instead of feeling awkward, they said, 'I'm like a car that doesn't run on that kind of fuel, but we can be great friends and go for a platonic walk in the park!' Their honesty was so refreshing and funny.

Sure. One asexual person I know, named Alex, realized in their teen years that they didn't experience sexual attraction like their peers. They were more focused on building deep platonic friendships. Alex once had a partner who initially thought they could change Alex's lack of sexual interest, but Alex firmly held their ground and explained that asexuality was a part of who they were.

Sure. One success story could be an asexual person who has built a very fulfilling career. They are able to focus completely on their work without the distractions that might come from romantic or sexual relationships. For example, a scientist who devotes all their time to research and makes significant contributions in their field.

Common themes in asexual life stories include the journey of coming to terms with their identity. Many asexual individuals face confusion at first, not understanding why they don't feel the same sexual attraction as others. Another theme is the struggle for acceptance, both from themselves and from those around them. Family and friends may not understand their asexual identity at first, so they have to work hard to educate them. And finally, a theme is the exploration of non - sexual forms of love and connection, such as deep platonic relationships and a strong sense of community with other asexuals.

One great asexual fictional story is 'The House in the Cerulean Sea' by TJ Klune. It has a diverse cast of characters, and while it focuses on many relationships, it also subtly includes asexual themes. Another is 'Asexualities: Feminist and Queer Perspectives' which is more of an anthology that explores asexuality in fictional and theoretical ways.

One asexual horror story could be constantly being pressured by others to engage in sexual activities despite clearly stating one's asexuality. For example, in a relationship, a partner might not understand or respect the asexual person's boundaries and keep pushing for sex, making the asexual person feel violated and scared in their own relationship.

'The Sound of Stars' by Alechia Dow also features an asexual character. It's a science - fiction story that combines elements of adventure, a budding relationship between the characters, and the exploration of different identities, including asexuality, in a post - apocalyptic world.

One example is 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry. The main character Jonas in this novel doesn't have a traditional sexual aspect to his character development. His journey is more about self - discovery, understanding the society he lives in, and breaking free from the constraints of a seemingly utopian but actually dystopian world.

I'd recommend 'The Heart's Invisible Furies' by John Boyne. While not solely focused on asexuality, it has elements that touch on different forms of love and relationships, including some that could be related to asexual experiences in the broader sense of non - traditional romances.