Many people tend to identify with one particular jot down ofsexual orientation.
For instance, someone might identify as heterosexual, bisexual, pansexual, asexual, gay, etc.
However, people who identify as sexually fluid dont commit to a particular sexual orientation or identity.
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They dont ascribe to any of these labels.
If you think you are sexually fluid, you should know you are not alone.
History of Sexual Fluidity
Historically, a persons sexual identity has been determined by their gender.
This strict dichotomy didnt leave room for people who had other sexual orientations.
For instance, there are bisexual people who are attracted to people who either identify as male or female.
Some people consider bisexuality to be one of the earliest forms of sexual fluidity.
However, some sexually fluid people prefer not to be labeled by any of the typical sexual orientation terms.
Being sexually fluid doesnt imply that sexual orientation is unimportant.
It just emphasizes the fact thatsexual attractionis not determined by another persons gender or sexual identity.
Sexual fluidity is not a new concept.
It has been around for decades.
Erotic plasticity is a term that has previously been used to define sexual fluidity.
Anyone who shows varying patterns in their sexual attractions and preferences is sexually fluid.
They also might not and you could just find yourself attracted to them for some other reason.
This is sexual fluidity.
Sexual Fluidity and Bisexuality
People tend to use the termsbisexualityand sexual fluidity interchangeably.
However, theres a distinct difference between both concepts.
They might experience sexual attraction to people of any gender sporadically.
The most distinct difference between both concepts is that sexual fluidity isnt a sexual orientation, while bisexuality is.
People of any sexual orientation could be sexually fluid.
How to Practice Sexual Fluidity
Theres no one way to practice sexual fluidity.
Thats the whole point of it.
You shouldnt think too deeply about who you are attracted to or how you practice yoursexuality.
Sexuality is a personal thing and looks different in everyone.
Sexual fluidity doesnt also always focus on just sex.
Tips for Living as a Sexually Fluid Person
The bottom line is that human sexuality is dynamic.
Its important to remember that its perfectly OK for your sexual attraction to be fluid.
Who you are sexually attracted to isnt something you should seek to control.
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