One question you might ask yourself when you meet a transgender woman you like? The most common: Does this mean I’m gay? Am I gay? Understanding the sexual orientation of transgender people is therefore crucial to answering your question.

The sexual orientation of transgender people is often misunderstood and raises many questions and concerns. Gender identity and sexual orientation are two fundamental aspects of every person’s life. However, it is common to confuse these concepts, especially when it comes to transgender people. A common question concerns the sexual orientation of men who date transgender women. Are they homosexual? Have they changed sides? Have they come out of the closet? Were they already gay before or did they become gay (because of “her”)? But that’s another topic.

To answer this question, we must first understand the difference between gender and sexual orientation and then examine how these aspects manifest in transgender people. Here, I demystify these questions for you by explaining the difference between gender and sexual orientation, answering questions about transgender sexuality, and offering testimonials to help you better understand. Yes, I’ve done a good job.

1. Gender vs. sexual orientation : an overview

1. What is gender?

Gender refers to the way a person perceives and identifies themselves in terms of masculinity, femininity or other gender identities. It is a social construction that does not necessarily depend on biology. Transgender people are people whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned at birth.

For example, you are a man who sees himself as a man. So you “gender” yourself as a man.

2.What aboutyour sexualorientation ?

Sexual orientation refers to the emotional, romantic and sexual attraction you feel towards other people. It can range from heterosexuality (attraction to people of the opposite sex) to homosexuality (attraction to people of the same sex) to bisexuality (attraction to people of more than one sex) and other identities.

To give a “complex” example: A trans woman, who was a boy before her surgery and was into men even then, has been heterosexual in spirit since birth and with her body since her transition. I’m sorry in advance if I’ve offended anyone, but I’m trying to explain it simply and clearly for those who want to understand. And that brings us to the famous question that many ask.

2.Men who date transgender women : are they homosexual?

No, not necessarily

It is important that you understand that a person’s sexual orientation is independent of their partner’s gender identity. A man who is with a transgender woman is not automatically homosexual. A person’s sexual attraction is based on their partner’s gender identity and not the sex they were assigned at birth.

Basically, our attraction is based on what we see, not what was. It’s a bit like bimbos and their huge breasts.

Field report byMichael:

Michael, a same-sex man, has been dating a trans woman for several years. He talks about his experiences in order to demystify prejudices about sexual orientation and relationships with transgender people.

” When I first met Emma, I fell in love with her personality. She revealed to me relatively early on in our relationship that she was a transgender woman. At first I had some questions because I had never been in a relationship with a transgender person before. But I quickly understood that her nature had nothing to do with her sex assigned at birth.

Our relationship was based on love, trust and mutual respect. I realized that my attraction to her was not based on her anatomy, but on the incredible person she is. This reinforced my understanding that sexual orientation is not limited to physical characteristics, but is closely linked to a person’s gender identity.

I don’t consider myself homosexual. My love for Emma is real and we are a happy couple. I think it’s important to challenge stereotypes and accept love relationships for what they are: a deep connection between two souls “.

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3. The sexuality of transgender people: betweenmyths andrealities

I have already written a number of articles about the myths and various stereotypes attributed to trans people. But there is always something to add, especially when it comes to sexuality. Conversely, you also ask yourself these questions:

Is she a lesbian if she likes women after surgery ?

The sexuality of transgender people can be complex and diverse. A trans woman who loves women after her transition is not necessarily a lesbian. Her gender identity is female, and her attraction to other women can be seen as a heterosexual orientation. It’s a question of attitude and personality. Yes, I know this is complex.

Transitioning fromheterosexuality to homosexuality?

Whether sexual orientation changes after transition depends on the person and their understanding of their gender identity. Some transgender people discover a different orientation after transitioning, while others maintain their previous orientation. Some also report that taking hormones seems to affect not only their sexuality but also their sexual orientation.

Photo Maria Orlova

Closing words

Understanding the sexual orientation of transgender people is crucial to promoting inclusion and diversity. It is important to distinguish between gender and sexual orientation and to recognize that love and attraction are not determined by biology. Men who date transgender women are not automatically homosexual, and transgender people’s sexuality is just as diverse as any other person. So if you have met your chosen one, but this one point was the only obstacle, forget it and enjoy your new happiness.

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