Énasromantic describes an individual who experiences romantic attraction to only one person throughout their lifetime. This orientation is defined by its singular and enduring nature, where the individual forms a unique and deep romantic connection with just one person. Énasromantic individuals often see their romantic attraction as rare and highly significant, making their experience of … Read more
Énasdemiromantic refers to an individual who experiences romantic attraction to only one person in their lifetime, and only after forming a deep emotional connection with them. This identity combines aspects of Énasromantic (a lifetime attraction to one individual) and demiromantic (requiring a strong emotional bond for romantic attraction to occur). Énasdemiromantic individuals may never feel … Read more
Aromantic refers to individuals who experience little to no romantic attraction toward others. People who identify as aromantic may not have the desire to engage in traditional romantic relationships, though they can still form deep and meaningful connections in other ways, such as through friendships or familial bonds. Being aromantic does not necessarily affect other … Read more
The Aromantic Spectrum, or aromantic umbrella, is a group of romantic orientations that fall under the overarching term aromantic. Individuals on the aromantic spectrum may completely lack romantic attraction (aromantic) or experience it so infrequently or faintly that they relate more to the aromantic experience than to the alloromantic (typical romantic) one. The common link … Read more
Alloromantic refers to individuals who experience romantic attraction regularly and naturally. It is the opposite of being aromantic, where someone may not experience romantic attraction or does so rarely. Alloromantic individuals can feel romantic interest towards others, which can manifest in a desire for romantic relationships or experiences, such as dating or expressing affection. This … Read more
Demiromantic describes an individual who only experiences romantic attraction after forming a deep emotional bond. Unlike those who may feel romantic attraction immediately or in passing, demiromantic individuals require significant time and connection before experiencing such feelings. This orientation exists within the demi- spectrum and highlights the importance of emotional intimacy as a precursor to … Read more
Ace-spec (short for asexual spectrum) refers to the range of identities that fall under the umbrella of asexuality. This includes individuals who experience little to no sexual attraction, as well as those whose attraction levels vary. Ace-spec encompasses various orientations, such as asexual, greysexual, demisexual, aceflux, and more. Each identity within the ace-spec describes unique … Read more
Abroromantic refers to individuals whose romantic attraction is fluid, but specifically within the non-binary spectrum. This means their romantic attraction shifts in intensity and focus, primarily directed toward non-binary individuals. Imagine Casey, who identifies as abroromantic. Casey experiences romantic attraction that changes frequently, but only toward non-binary genders. One week, Casey may feel deeply attracted … Read more
Romantic attraction is a type of emotional attraction where someone may want to engage in romantic interactions with a particular person. This can include experiences like infatuation, physical closeness, using affectionate language, living together, wanting to start a family, sharing belongings and experiences, making lifelong commitments, valuing the relationship above others, providing mutual protection, and … Read more
