Types of gay

Can a stereotype be sexy? Why don’t you ask a daddy? Here are the types of gay men, so you can identify your tribe — and the ones you’d like to mate with. 1 Sexual diversity is a complex and vast phenomenon that encompasses a wide range of identities and orientations. Within this diversity, homosexuality has been an object of study and debate throughout history. 2 We've compiled this list of sexualities and their definitions to act as an ever growing resource for the LGBTQ+ community and our allies, to give you the language to express your own sexuality, as well as the language to accurately represent those around you. For the Gender Identities companion piece to this article, click here. 3 Definitions were drafted in collaboration with other U. See acknowledgements section. 4 Same-sex attraction can be experienced differently depending on the circumstances and personality of each individual. In this sense we can find two types of homosexuality, depending on whether one’s sexuality is experienced as something positive or whether it is rejected by the person themselves. 5 Sexuality, or sexual orientation, has to do with who a person is or is not attracted to either sexually or romantically. There are many ways of identifying sexually, and a person may identify more with one sexuality at different points of their life. 6 Gay tribes reflect the immense diversity within the gay community. From "daddies" to other unique identities, these tribes showcase the myriad ways in which gay men choose to express themselves. 7 Some gay men use types to describe, identify and communicate themselves. There is always some disagreement around the terms we use and whether we should use them at all. 8 By exploring these categories, we can better understand the complexities of sexual orientation and how they intersect with identity, culture, and personal experiences. This article breaks down the spectrum of gay identities, examining gay men, lesbians, bisexuals, pansexuals, and the fluid nature of sexual identity. 9 . 10 . 11