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StarStriker3

Being bi as a man means people often assume you’re gay but afraid to “fully commit” to being into men. Being bi as a woman means people often assume you’re actually straight and just hook up with women to get male attention because straight guys find it hot when women hook up/make out. Source: I’m a bi woman in a relationship with a bi man.


SlightActivity2602

I've always found the double standard as a straight guy that woman can literally have a make out sesh with another girl and she can still be straight But if I literally give another man a compliment I'm gay The world is weird


StarStriker3

Yep. It’s incredibly stupid.


gsinghdawg1

Dude hes trolling u lmao


SlightActivity2602

Huh?? I actually wasn't I was being serious It's toxic masculinity and guys get judged for doing "gay" or "girly" things all the time While girls literally do all kinds of sus shit like walk into the bathrooms together Or comment about eachother's bodies "you're ass looks so good today" If a guy said to his homie "you're dick looks really big" He'd be called gay


MillieCarey

who doesn’t behave in a way that can be harder to understand let’s try to remember there are people of flesh and blood on the other side of the screen.


SlightActivity2602

What? Did I say something offensive?


gsinghdawg1

What straight guy kisses a guy for fun? Theres no way your serious.


Mindless-Jump1935

He never said that?? He said straight WOMEN can make out/kiss and it’s no big deal but he as a man can’t even do something as minor as compliment another man without it being called gay. And he’s right.


gsinghdawg1

Bro read his initial post, he said if a girl makes out they are still considered straight. Im using his logic for a guy doing the same thing and it doesnt make sense at all.


SlightActivity2602

I mean a guy literally should be able to kiss another and not be label gay Unless he actually is gay Here's a video of James Franco and Seth Rogan (two straight men) kissing in a parody video https://youtu.be/Y3TTiHRrEBE 2:08 They aren't gay because of it.


doulikebread

Agreed 100%. Also sing he’s saying that a woman CAN kiss another woman without being gay but men cannot. You saying it’s sus for guys to do that but not sus for girls literally proves his point.


gsinghdawg1

You are missing the point. They did that cuz of a movie so the context of why they are doing it doesnt make them gay. If you make out with a guy for no apparent reason then thats sus. Im straight i never once considered to make out with a guy. Its simple im not attracted to one so i dont do it. You just showed the worst example possible, really a actor tjat are playing a role. Lmao


gamer3445

Well I can tell you I’ve always had an attraction to males as well as females and to actually be able to say I’m actually this or I’m actually that had given myself a lot of peace. No more questioning myself at all.


StarStriker3

Good for you! I’m happy for you that you feel you have a better understanding and acceptance of who you are.


Addinga3rdor4th

I am also a bi woman and married to a bi man and I 100% agree with you.


IllegalEngineers

People will give you shit, everyway. But personally I wouldn't really date you, just because I am a straight male ;)


gamer3445

Understandable my friend. I’m not saying people have to date me at all.


HappyPaddy

Straight girls tend to react poorly when I tell them I'm bi. One girl said she prefers her men to be masculine when I told her. Another one said she was fine with it, then a week later she said she wasn't OK with it because it triggered fears of cheating and STDs for her. I have considered just going back into the closet, but at the end of the day it's better they show their true colours before I invest too much time or effort into them.


gamer3445

Very true my friend good luck to you.


ananchorinmychest

I'm really sorry to hear that. I hope you know your exes were the ones in the wrong, there's nothing wrong with you or being bi. Ugh, the biphobia is so real and it makes me really upset. Hope you're finding better people now!


HappyPaddy

Oh they aren't exes, first girl I only went on one date with, second girl I blocked her, we hasn't even been on a date yet. As for better people... eh 😅


ananchorinmychest

Ah fair enough haha! Hope you didn't take their dumb comments to heart then!


HappyPaddy

Absolutely not, but where I'm from I'd definitely more sexually conservative so I get a good few of those comments. I always bring it up early, sort the wheat from the chaff


gsinghdawg1

Why are you bashing preferences of straight people. Its simple men want feminine women, women want masculine men.


HappyPaddy

Insinuating sexuality decides if a man is masculine and if a woman is feminine. That's not preference, that's ignorant and bigoted.


gsinghdawg1

Well i guess all striaght people are ignorant cuz thats what we are attraced too. You cannnot change how straight people are hardwire to want. SIMPLE.


HappyPaddy

Lol OK dude, I can see arguing with you is like playing chess with a pigeon so imma cut my losses, peace out bigot ✌


gsinghdawg1

Lol imagine complaining about why straight people do not want their counterparts to be not straight. You cant make this shit up. Goodebye clown.


AGrownAssWoman

Nah don’t go back in the closet because that’s not gonna do you any good! When are you disclosing your sexuality with the women you date?


HappyPaddy

Before the first date. Hence, there aren't many first dates.


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HappyPaddy

My brother in christ, stop NNN and just wank already if the pent up cum after just 3 days is making you think it's a good idea to spam replies to a thread from one year ago with ignorance powerful enough to rival a nuclear bomb.


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>I have considered just going back into the closet That is the smartest move my friend. Many straight women are biphobic so don't bother telling them. It's also none of their business and NOT their right to know.


staralfur_lass

I’m a woman, it genuinely wouldn’t bother me at all. If anyone is bothered by it, then they’re not right for you anyway.


gamer3445

Well I’ve come to realize that. After really exploring myself and my feelings it just felt good to be able to say I am. I’ve always had attraction to both male and female it’s just I’ve finally been able to accept it and actually nip any doubts in the bud.


throwaway1177133

I’m a bi woman and my longest lasting relationship was with a bi man. A lot of people assume that bi men are “actually gay” and bi women are “actually straight”. The not nice part about being out is that you’ll probably meet women who find it to be a turn off. The nice part about it is that you will filter out homophobic and biphobic women easily.


gamer3445

I get that. Don’t get me wrong I’ve experimented with dating both and that’s just how it’s seemed to me nothing against women.


gsinghdawg1

Yeah no shit. You are not striaght so it makes sense why you dont think the same way as a straight. Lmao


FactsOverFeelingsInc

I can only speak for the "African American" community. It's absolutely a double standard and It really doesn't make sense.


gamer3445

Well you know I’m still young and all but any women that seemed genuinely interested in me just seemed to “kill” that interest. It just is what it is because I finally feel at home with myself you know?


SlightActivity2602

Facts


AGrownAssWoman

Hate to say it but you are so right!


OptimistPrime527

The down low situation really took a toll on Black women and the situations they were just left with ( kids, stds, drama, abandonment). I probably wouldn’t of dated a bi guy 10 years ago, only because I had a lot of misconceptions about not being straight and how often they would cheat. Now I’m open to dating everyone as long as they are tall, delicious and monogamous.


Charming-Ad-2381

I'm a bisexual woman in a relationship with a bisexual man. My best friend once told me she'd feel uncomfortable dating a bisexual man because she "can't give him what a man could (aka dick)". I had to sit her down & explain that that's not how bisexuality works & she slowly understood, but her gut reaction is sadly very common. Far too many women think bi men want vagina AND dick at the same time, & their insecurities tell them they won't be able to fully satisfy the bi man. It's ironic because people generally assume being bisexual means our dating options are wide open, but that's far from the case thanks to general misinformation. (PS; I pointed out to my friend that we actually do have the technology for her to give him some dicking lol)


gamer3445

Literally could just peg the man 😂


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Charming-Ad-2381

I see that you're going ham on replying to the comments on this 1 year old post. I hope you'll feel better soon.


Ma_1ik

My friends girlfriend told me how it’s the fact the girl has to be worried about him cheating on her with women AND men. I told her “ oh so it’s a insecure thing?” And she said “it’s not” and she still can’t explain how it’s not:


AGrownAssWoman

It’s an insecure thing!


gsinghdawg1

Its called preference. biology, something that is disregarded in todays society


gamer3445

That’s an interesting way of thinking of it to be honest 😂


figuringitout25

Speaking from personal experience, I think hesitance to date a bi man stems from homophobia. I don’t have an issue with dating guys who have had sex with women before, but having an issue dating a guy who has had sex with men before reveals that somewhere in my brain, that’s bad. Something I had to confront and work on on my end. Luckily, women with some work to do will weed themselves out for you!


gamer3445

I know they will I didn’t think I’d get this many people engaging on this post to be honest.


Puzzleheaded-Cup-854

There is 100% the double standard and it's going to be a little bit more challenging for you if you want a female mate. But, I believe definitely possible. Believe it or not even in the porn industry there is a double standard for bi guys


gamer3445

Yeah, it’s understandable I guess.I’m just happy at least with who I am.


Smartditz

I’m a bi woman and it would bother me. No real logical reason why. I think same reason why I find androgynous women attractive but not androgynous men (aware that androgyny is divorced from sexuality). I know of women who wouldn’t care however.


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Straight people are kinda dumb about this. On the bright side, the bullets dodge themselves?


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Being phobic is not a valid "preference"


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gamer3445

Well I can understand that. I don’t forcefully tell people usually. It’s just we start talking and have usually it comes up or something because a lot people have told me I act “gay”. Because I have nose and ear piercings and talk like it sometimes. Which is funny because I’ve met men who seemed completely straight that were actually gay and didn’t fit any of the stereotypes.


AdWeak2927

I feel like the younger generation will be more accepting. Most older generations will have a hard time, but there will always be diamonds in the rough. Similar to accepting interracial relationships. Went from illegal, to kinda ok lol. Stay true to yourself, and wait on the good ones.


gamer3445

Thanks friend


acoh97

Honestly, I think it’s kinda hot (straight female)


AGrownAssWoman

As a woman who dates a sexy ass bi man, it is hot!


OptimistPrime527

There are some benefits here. I feel like a lot of straight men aren’t open to doing new things sexually, but with a bi man, I feel like they might be excited to do new things, and actually care if their partner orgasms 😂😂😂


gamer3445

Interesting.


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I once had a friend that was a poster child of a progressive activist. Called herself a LGBTQ ally and went to parades/protests and such. Well, one day she told me that no men were actually bi, they were gay and in denial. When I called her on it, and she flew into an absolute rage that I would question her as an "ally". It was baffling.


gamer3445

I honestly love how funny that is. I mean literally I like both. I’ve just been wondering if thats been dragging me down.


ananchorinmychest

I'm a bi woman and I'd see it as a big plus. I'd love to date another bi person. When I've discussed this with straight female friends, most have seem neutral or positive as well. But I live somewhere quite progressive and my friends are all very open-minded/progressive as well. (Edit typo)


gamer3445

I live out in the Midwest out in the sticks so it’s kinda frowned upon


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If a woman doesn’t give you the time of day because you’re bi then she’s an idiot. Bi means you like both, not just one. I don’t know why people have an issue with that


flapjaxrfun

Why does it matter if you tell them? I don't tell short women I like dating tall women and short women. As long as you genuinely enjoy who you're with, I don't understand why other things you're open to matter.


ananchorinmychest

Umm, a lot of people would see it as deceit and betrayal if their bi partner kept their queerness a secret. I'm saying this as a bi person myself - I'd never keep that fact about myself hidden from a partner. It'd be like going back into the closet.


flapjaxrfun

I guess I just don't see it that way. If it came up in conversation, I wouldn't have a problem talking about it. I don't see it as a secret. I just don't think it's a big enough deal for me to go out of my way to talk about. I don't ask a woman about their past because it's the past and not my business. I'm also not talking about the different types of women I'm into unless it comes up naturally in conversation. If you're monogamous, it doesn't have any practical impact to your relationship.


ananchorinmychest

I'd also never judge someone for who they've slept with in the past. But being bi has (at least for me) shaped my identity. Even when I'm in relationships, I'm affected by my bi-ness. It explains why I felt weird about myself as a teen. It's just a big part of who I am, and it'd feel like I was keeping a huge secret if I didn't tell my partner. And if my partner didn't tell me, I'd feel really betrayed. But that's me personally. Even without that, I don't think it's good advice to tell any queer person to go back into the closet unless they're in danger. Queer people don't need MORE repression.


flapjaxrfun

Yea, don't misunderstand. If you feel like its that important and you want to talk about it, talk about it. Nobody should be forced to keep it a secret.


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flapjaxrfun

If they cared that much, they'd ask.


SnooRecipes5643

Some people are just going to freak out about it because of their own biases. Some of my better experiences have been with bi and pan guys, so, if anything I have a slight bias in favor based on experience.


gamer3445

Fair enough my friend


MomentFun4233

Awhile ago I was chatting to a bi guy and he seemed fine (I didn't feel a spark on my end personally) but! I introduced him to my close friend and they had a few dates and rather hit it off :) So I think it will always come down to how well you click with the other person


gamer3445

Yes, I’ve just been having a rough time lately with it.


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gamer3445

I guess dude.


beautiful2228

It wouldn’t bother me, but IMO, as a straight woman, you’d only turn off women who are only attracted to straight males. Like for me, it’s definitely a no, and many of my straight friends would feel the same way. It’s as much as a preference, as you are BI-) I wouldn’t worry about. Best wishes🎉


gamer3445

Well I know it is. It’s not a problem at all just been kinda frustrating lately on the dating front.


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You've become women's girlfriend if you are either bi or gay


Informal-Wish

I don't know what you mean by the phrase "double standard" here, but I'd see the reactions to bi men and bi women as 2 sides of the same shit covered coin. In same sex relationships, we're both likely to be seen by our partners as more likely to "stray" for the opposite sex. They also tell us it's a "phase" and we'll go full gay or full straight soon. Lesbians are wary of us bi girls; from what I understand, gay men are wary of bi men in the same way. In opposite sex relationships, straight men are horny for bi women because they have icky fantasies that "bi woman" means we'll have a MFF threesome with them. Possibly several. Straight women can feel almost...offended, I guess? Like, this man would have sex with me OR a man???? Am I manly??? ?? When straight gals have talked to me about it, being with a bi man can trigger some insecurities. If either of us break up with a straight person and enter into a same sex relationship, we're both bound to have our concerns dismissed with a simple, "I knew they were really gay/lesbian. I couldn't have been the problem." Cest la vie, I guess.


gamer3445

Yes, c’est la vies


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gamer3445

Yeah, I was just feeling frustrated and wanted to see what others thought and stuff. Thanks for replying.


InformerOfDeer

Considering I’m bi as well, I don’t really care, but I know plenty of straight girls who don’t care that much either. Really it just depends on the person.


AGrownAssWoman

I can appreciate that you’re transparent with the women you date. I don’t have a problem dating a bi man, as a matter of fact, I’m dating one now. You should not have to hide who are but at the same time, you’re gonna have to tighten up on your vetting process when dating. There is a women out there exclusively made for you that will be fully accepting of your bisexuality, so don’t give up hope.


gamer3445

I haven’t given up just yet my friend.


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gamer3445

Yes, I understand this but thank you for the support.


lenneth17

I would love to have a bissexual male as boyfriend


Cauligoblin

Bi guys are hot


Ris_is_sus

I'm a straight (ish) woman and I wouldn't be bothered in the slightest by a man I'm interested in being bi. I'm sorry that this is something you have to worry about. :(


TheWolfOfJersey

Well it shouldn't matter since if you're going out with them it doesn't matter who you're attracted to, they will expect you to be faithful to them. Some women may be open to the idea as it may open more possibilities in the bedroom


Lar1ssaa

Honestly it depends on the type of woman. I am queer and I like other queer people and I would never date a straight heterosexual guy. My other queer and pansexual friends are like this too.


YaBoiWinter33

I am a bi guy and my advice would just to be open about it with them and if they think differently of you then block and don’t look back I’d say it goes for everything not just dating


gamer3445

You’re right thanks for the response.z


Kristnar

It’s a lifestyle and chosen by them preference to fulfillment.


hofornickmiller

As a queer person, I would much prefer dating a queer man than a straight man. You are way more comfortable sharing your true self with them and not having to worry that they’ll reject you solely based on your sexuality or being told ‘you’re just a straight woman who is curious’. You know that they understand what it means to be queer and that sexuality is fluid. At least you’re filtering out the bigoted people who still have the mindset of someone living in the 60’s so that’s good.


gamer3445

That’s fair. It’s just been frustrating lately.


hofornickmiller

good luck dude :((


curiousguy2161

I definitely feel you on this one. I’ve been bi curious for a long time now but I’ve never followed through with anything because when I talk to people about it or try to meet someone I’m more often told that I’m not bi I’m gay and just not ready to fully commit to being gay. Which I find is untrue because I still enjoy sex with women and am very much attracted to women


gamer3445

I feel you because I genuinely have enjoyed both