WEBVTT 00:00:00.819 --> 00:00:05.629 Gender and sexuality are two concepts that are incredibly individualized 00:00:05.830 --> 00:00:09.164 and so it shouldn't be surprising that they are so complex. 00:00:09.650 --> 00:00:12.342 It can be hard to navigate the world of sexuality 00:00:12.461 --> 00:00:14.484 due to the different terms and labels. 00:00:14.850 --> 00:00:17.599 This video aims to help you navigate this world 00:00:17.734 --> 00:00:20.335 by arming you with some definitions and examples 00:00:20.532 --> 00:00:22.152 of 10 different sexualities, 00:00:22.290 --> 00:00:24.409 some of which you might not even know about. 00:00:25.440 --> 00:00:27.326 1. Bisexuality 00:00:27.629 --> 00:00:31.677 The definition for bisexuality is actually something that's debated. 00:00:32.030 --> 00:00:35.752 Originally, the standard definition was attraction to both genders 00:00:36.120 --> 00:00:38.875 However, as understanding of gender has evolved, 00:00:38.997 --> 00:00:42.577 people have argued for an evolved definition of bisexuality. 00:00:42.960 --> 00:00:46.504 Some use the definition of attraction to your own and other genders 00:00:46.597 --> 00:00:49.923 to incorporate non-binary genders within its definition. 00:00:50.250 --> 00:00:52.798 Some famous examples of people who are bisexual 00:00:52.889 --> 00:00:55.494 are Brandon Urie from the band Panic! at the Disco, 00:00:55.577 --> 00:00:57.417 and actress Angelina Jolie. 00:00:58.400 --> 00:01:00.290 2. Homosexuality 00:01:00.570 --> 00:01:03.757 This is one of the terms that most people tend to be familiar with, 00:01:03.903 --> 00:01:05.933 it means attraction to one's own gender 00:01:06.059 --> 00:01:08.634 and is sometimes referred as gay or lesbian. 00:01:08.930 --> 00:01:10.220 Famous examples include 00:01:10.275 --> 00:01:13.325 comedian Alan Carr and presenter Sue Peterson. 00:01:14.500 --> 00:01:16.280 3. Heterosexuality 00:01:16.650 --> 00:01:20.214 Heterosexuality is probably the most well-known sexuality 00:01:20.322 --> 00:01:23.520 and whether right or wrong it is often thought of as the default. 00:01:23.820 --> 00:01:25.769 This is known as heteronormativity. 00:01:26.119 --> 00:01:28.659 It means attraction to genders other than your own, 00:01:28.960 --> 00:01:32.157 it's most commonly used to refer to binary genders. 00:01:33.359 --> 00:01:35.139 4. Pansexuality 00:01:35.590 --> 00:01:39.119 Pansexuality is defined as an attraction to all genders 00:01:39.499 --> 00:01:41.437 Some say those who are pansexual 00:01:41.472 --> 00:01:44.192 don't care about gender when it comes to their attraction 00:01:44.269 --> 00:01:46.318 though, not all agree with this assessment. 00:01:46.659 --> 00:01:50.988 Some people also use this sexuality and bisexuality interchangeably. 00:01:51.370 --> 00:01:54.450 Miley Cyrus is a notable person who is pansexual. 00:01:55.560 --> 00:01:57.429 5. Polysexuality 00:01:57.769 --> 00:02:02.199 Polysexuality refers to people who are attracted to two or more genders 00:02:02.469 --> 00:02:06.999 typically bisexuality and pansexuality are types of polysexuality, 00:02:07.300 --> 00:02:10.429 though not all people who are polysexual use these terms. 00:02:11.700 --> 00:02:13.550 6. Asexuality 00:02:13.870 --> 00:02:16.960 Asexuality is one of the lesser-known sexualities. 00:02:17.280 --> 00:02:21.330 It refers to those who don't experience sexual attraction to any gender. 00:02:21.680 --> 00:02:25.349 This doesn't mean, however, that they never have relationships or sex 00:02:25.454 --> 00:02:27.764 which are common myths about asexuality. 00:02:28.150 --> 00:02:30.150 Bojack horseman the TV show 00:02:30.275 --> 00:02:34.405 explores asexuality through one of the major characters Todd Chavez. 00:02:35.750 --> 00:02:37.900 7. Grey-asexuality 00:02:38.190 --> 00:02:40.467 This is similar to the previous sexuality, 00:02:40.720 --> 00:02:44.005 however, instead of never experiencing sexual attraction 00:02:44.077 --> 00:02:48.117 someone who is grey-sexual may rarely experience sexual attraction. 00:02:48.450 --> 00:02:51.170 They are still valid under the asexuality umbrella 00:02:51.325 --> 00:02:54.105 despite occasionally experiencing sexual attraction. 00:02:55.170 --> 00:02:57.010 8. Demisexuality 00:02:57.350 --> 00:03:01.679 Demisexuality again can technically fall under the asexual umbrella, 00:03:02.059 --> 00:03:05.249 people who are demisexual do experience sexual attraction 00:03:05.430 --> 00:03:08.270 but only after an emotional connection is created. 00:03:08.610 --> 00:03:11.696 They wouldn't find a stranger on the street sexually appealing 00:03:11.803 --> 00:03:13.613 but after they get to know them well, 00:03:13.686 --> 00:03:16.166 the possibility of sexual attraction is there. 00:03:16.470 --> 00:03:21.790 Demisexuality is considered halfway between asexuality and allo-sexuality 00:03:21.920 --> 00:03:23.920 those who experience sexual attraction. 00:03:25.050 --> 00:03:27.000 9. Androsexuality 00:03:27.275 --> 00:03:31.485 Androsexuality is a sexuality that outside of LGBTQ circles 00:03:31.577 --> 00:03:33.156 is not well known at all. 00:03:33.410 --> 00:03:37.459 It refers to someone who is attracted to a masculine gender presentation, 00:03:37.820 --> 00:03:42.550 this can refer to anyone of any gender man, woman or non-binary. 00:03:43.590 --> 00:03:45.480 10. Gynosexuality 00:03:45.850 --> 00:03:49.660 Gynosexuality like androsexuality is not well known, 00:03:50.010 --> 00:03:53.719 It refers to someone who is attracted to a feminine gender presentation, 00:03:54.070 --> 00:03:57.169 this could again refer to any individual of any gender. 00:03:58.190 --> 00:04:02.080 We hope you feel more informed about sexuality after watching this video. 00:04:02.420 --> 00:04:04.842 Which sexuality do you most identify with? 00:04:05.181 --> 00:04:07.041 Which sexualities were new to you? 00:04:07.340 --> 00:04:10.040 Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel 00:04:10.090 --> 00:04:11.840 if you'd like more great content.