Ok guys here we go with another lesson on pride flags- and this, this is a big one, it's really important to read until the end...
Asexual flag:
Asexual individuals got their own flag in 2010 (those who lack sexual attraction to all genders)
Each color stands for the following:
-Black: Asexuality
-Gray: Gray-asexuality and demisexuality
-White: Non-asexual partners and allies
-Purple: Community
This may seem like a strange concept, to have no sexual attraction or a very low interest in sexual activity, and in fact they only represent about 1% of the population.
And even tho these individuals don’t connect on a sexual level they can still be physically, spiritually, emotionally, and mentally connected which is honestly the areas that most people suffer in. So I’d bet they form very deep and meaningful connections.
Polyamorous flag:
There are infinite partners available to those who identify as polyamorous, just like the infinity symbol. This is the updated version of the confusing pi flag that used to be in its place.
(Good call guys that flag was questionable lol)
Gold represents an emotional connection; not to be confused with an open relationship.
These individuals aren’t just sleeping around but are in multiple emotionally connected relationships.
I’ve known 2 friends that were polyamorous for a while, finding themselves in trios.
I always found it intriguing to hear about- tho it seems one person inevitably always starts feeling left out or jealous.
I can barely keep up with the emotions of one person, let alone multiple! No way. Lol plus I don’t like to share.
I do see that it works in some people, but I think it takes very strong and secure people to navigate this type of relationship.
Intersex flag:
Created in 2013, the intersex pride flag utilizes yellow and purple, which are considered “hermaphrodite” colors. Using non-gendered colors that “celebrate living outside the binary.”
This flag represents people born with reproductive or sexual anatomy that doesn’t fit the boxes of “female” or “male.” They can be born with both sexual organs, or different combo of chromosomes- ie: instead of XX or XY, they’ll have XXY.
Used to be seen as “something wrong”, was taboo, and “corrected” at birth but intersex is more common than most people realize.
Estimates say that about 1-2 in 100 people born in the U.S. are intersex!
Maybe instead of trying to fit everyone into a box “male” “female”, perhaps we should open up our minds to the idea that maybe there’s 3 natural “sexes” at birth.
Transgender flag:
In 1999 an American transgender Navy veteran, Monica Helms created the transgender flag.
Blue and pink are featured because they’re the traditional colors associated with baby boys and girls; and the white represents those who are intersex, transitioning, or see themselves as having a neutral gender.
Ok so let's get into it. This is one of the most highly persecuted groups of our LGBTQ family- and it needs to be talked about. A lot.
The truth is more than half of all transgender youth contemplate suicide. And suicide rates are more than 10x the national average.
Not to mention the countless assaults and murders.
I’ve never understood why people care so much about what others are doing to make themselves happy.
Every person that has issues or questions whether transgender exists I ask you this..
Can you even imagine growing up and waking up everyday feeling like you don’t belong in your own body... living every day feeling isolated, rejected, and misunderstood.
Having people (unfortunately usually closest to you) constantly tell you it’s not right to feel the way you feel.
I also would like all of you to look up what the process of going through a sex change is like.
Newsflash it’s extreme and not a cakewalk.
Do you actually think someone would put themselves through all of that pain and suffering unless it was for very good reason?? Ie: Feeling at home in your own body.
It is beyond me that in 2021, despite more acceptance of the community in media and mainstream that this year we have set a record number of anti-trans bills in the USA.
In 6 months alone, legislatures have introduced more than 100 bills to restrict trans rights....
We are moving backwards. And it’s all based on fear and control.
Extreme conservative assholes needing everything to fit neatly in a box.
Well here’s my note to you: GET OVER IT.
Lee Mokobe said it best:
“And now oncoming traffic is embracing more transgender children than parents.”
If this isn't heartbreaking to you, that trans youth would rather die that face the bullying and cruelty we are placing on them- you need to check if you even have a heart.
We need more strong parents who don't give AF if their sons want to wear dresses. Who teach their daughters the space marked female is NOT just for marriage and motherhood. Parents who accept their children. We know who we are when we are born, long before we are told who to be. And we need to raise our youth strong and accepting of others and themselves. We need parents who support their trans children and lgbtq+ children, and won't let them drown in the mercilessness of bigots.
This is 2021 and we need to be raising our children with empathy, and fighting harder for the rights of our fellow trans friends.
If you are a trans youth- that needs support there are people to help you, even if you feel very much alone. Here are some safe places:
Trans Lifeline: https://translifeline.org/
The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
Gender Spectrum: https://www.genderspectrum.org/
And as always, if you just need someone to talk to- reach out to me. I am a safe place, <3
I leave you with this- by Lee Mokobe, one of the most powerful poems about what it's like to grow up trans.
If you don't shed a tear, check your pulse. I've watched it about 10 times, and cried every time. Things need to change.:
Sincerely,
Vox the Fox
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