Tonight I told my mom I sometimes think I might be bi. I thought she'd be totally cool with it, but I was a little surprised/disappointed by her reaction. She said if I was, it would be hard for her, and that she thinks it would be harder for me. She also said she doesn't really believe in bisexuality, and that people are either straight or gay. She said something about it probably being a phase. I told her bisexuality is real, and that there's asexual people too and it's all on a spectrum. Then she asked me if I'm "oversexed". I said no, it just means I'm attracted to both guys and girls. I know that if I figure out I really am bi, and if I eventually tell her, she'd still love me. But it seems like she wouldn't really understand me and she wouldn't be pleased about it. I'm not sure what to do. I'm pretty sure I am bi, but I don't think I'll be 100% sure until I get some experience with both guys and girls. But once I do, if I realize I am bi, I have to deal with knowing that my mom would rather me be straight. I'm not sure what I'm asking here. Maybe just to know about your experiences with this, or some support or advice, or to know I'm not alone. Thanks!
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