Bisexual Quote by Jennifer Baumgardner
“What I'm asserting is that we are looking at bisexuality the wrong way, making the identity entirely dependent on someone other that the bisexual person him- or herself. If I'm dating a man, I'm straight. If I'm dating a woman, I'm a lesbian. But sexuality is not who you sleep with, it's who you are. It doesn't change according to who is standing next to you.”
About This Quote
The quote argues that bisexuality is an identity independent of partner gender, and that sexual orientation is intrinsic, not defined by relationships.
In simple terms: Bisexuality is a personal identity, not defined by who you date.
Key Takeaway
Respect sexual orientation as inherent, not relational.
Themes
identity
sexuality
LGBTQ+
self-definition
relationships
Mood
thoughtful
affirming
analytical
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- dating apps
- identity discussions
- support groups
Key Concepts
intrinsic identity
fluidity
social labeling
Questions to Reflect On
- How can society better recognize bisexual identity beyond stereotypes?
- What impacts do partner changes have on personal identity?
A Different Perspective
It may simplify complex experiences of bisexual individuals.
![“[Bisexuality] is seen as threatening the homosexual/heterosexual and male/female dichotomies, or binarisms, which underpin our gender and sexual identities to such a large extent. In the case of the first three stereotypes, there is a refusal even to acknowledge the existence of bisexuality. It is…” quote by Richard Dunphy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c14/richard-dunphy-49790_bisexual_bisexuality-is-seen-as-threatening-the-h_84895.jpg)
