How do I know if I'm gay, lesbian, or bisexual?

You will know because you will have an attraction, whether is be sexual or romantic, to that gender.

You just knoww it, but maybe you dont want to accept the fact that you are not as your parents want you to be, as the world want you to be. But, you are who you are, and thats the best thing you can do for yourself, be you.

More times than not, if you look at someone of the same sex and something inside of you finds that person attractive, you may be something other than straight. If you find yourself focusing on a celebrity that is the same sex as you, that could definitely be an indicator. When I was younger, I thought my fascination with certain celebrities was just me being a fan of their music or acting. No. Turns out they were crushes. Look at some pictures of those people, do you find yourself attracted to them?

I personally am straight. But I have gone through the dilemma of trying to find out what sexuality I was. I feel that whatever you are drawn too is what is right for you. Nothing wrong with being different :)

If you feel repulsion for or even just disinterest in the opposite sex, you might be gay/lesbian. If kissing both boys and girls is equally exciting, you might be bisexual. It is something you figure out for yourself. No need to rush

Well, if you've felt most if all of your romantic/sexual interests towards the same sex, honey, you're homosexual. I've liked girls since kindergarten. Say, this might be a bit odd, but if you could picture yourself having sex with someone of the same sex, opposite sex, or both. You are either homo-, hetero or bisexual. However, if you couldn't care less about the gender expression of someone, you are pansexual. If you aren't interested in sex at all, you are asexual. There are several sexual orientations related to asexual, such as greysexual or demisexual. Greysexual meaning you only are interested in people (sexually) under certain conditions. Demisexual being you are only attracted to someone who you have a very strong emotional bond with. Most importantly, it is not wrong to be gay, bi, pan or lgbtqa at all. Accept yourself for who you are, don't let anyone else tell you otherwise about it. It is your lovelife that is your business.

If you're questioning whether you are gay, lesbian, or bisexual, youre questioning your sexuality which can only be defined by your own feelings. Who do you feel most attracted to sexually and emotionally?

Here is a little system you can use if you want? :-) ---------------------- A = women B = men Body: A = 3/5, B = 2/5 Feelings: A = 2/5, B = 4,5/5 Add it up: A = 5 B = 6,5 Sex: A = 3,5/5, B = 4/5 Relationship: A = 3/5, B = 2/5 Add it up: A = 6,5 B = 6 ------------------ Sum it all up: A = 11,5 B = 12,5 11,5 + 12,5 = 24 Now in the end A & B in %: A = 48% (11,5 / 24 * 100) B = 52% (12,5 / 24 * 100) Out of 5 choose the numbers yourself.. 1/5 or 5/5 and every number in between - with 5/5 being 100% of course. ;-) Now put the numbers in the system and add it up in the end, it should give a better view on your attraction to both sexes: There you have it, I hope it was helpful?

HI! often we are so focused on labels however it is important to just fallow your heart and who you love.

Curiosity is completely normal, as is an attraction to, even getting a big crush on someone of your own gender, especially during puberty. There is no one test you can take to tell you who you are. Go with your instincts, and remember that whatever you discover about yourself, you are perfect.

You will know this when you imagine yourself with the other gender, with being bisexual you have an attraction towards both genders

It is sometimes very tough to know about your orientation.... but the most basic idea is... AM i attracted to the opposite sex ?(physically) Am i attracted to both the sexes ?(physically) if the answer to the first question is no... and the second question is yes...or bot the the individual is lesbian,gay or bisexual.

You know if your gay,lesbian, or bisexual if you have feelings towards someone which would give the label of you being gay/lesbian/bisexual or if you have an attraction towards someone who would give you the label of being gay/lesbian/bisexual

I don't think there is a clear cut answer to this as many people may have different perspectives on what they consider to be gay, lesbian or bisexual. For example, being bisexual is not always a 50/50 attraction to both sexes. In my opinion, knowing what your sexuality is comes overtime it isn't just a switch you can turn on or off. I have struggled with this myself and from my experience it is important to take the time to reflect on how you feel. It's different for everyone and I don't think there is a certain threshold that you have to reach to consider yourself gay/lesbian/bisexual. Be true to yourself and take the time you need. I know this isn't a straight forward solution some of you may be looking for but honestly I don't think there is one, it's totally up to you how you define it and come to terms with how you are truly feeling :)

It is all about how you feel and getting to know yourself. It is important to remember that sexuality is a brand new feeling and it is something that is going to take a while to understand a figure out.

Through your emotions. If you feel a strong emotion towards someone of the same sex, then you may be gay - but this is depending on if you only find attraction towards the same sex or both.

Sexuality is confusing, and often it's not something somebody just "knows" (although many do!). Eventually the time will come and you'll realise, whether you're 10, or 100, or any other age. Other times talking about it will help you realise, or maybe a specific person helps you to realise.

Boundless, inexplicable love for somebody of the relevant sex or sexes. In the end, does it really matter? Is it not fine that I love somebody? Isn't that wonderful in itself?

you just kind of know, if you feel attracted to both genders then your bi but if you feel a certin way about one gender than you are gay

You don't have to know for sure, unless you want that label for yourself. I would suggest doing some research on what LGBTTQA* stands for and means. There are a lot of different sexual orientations than just lesbian, gay and bisexual- you might find one suits you better than others.

This one is tricky, because I really cannot tell that sort of thing for you. You have to think about yourself and your feelings, and think about your personal growth and preferences. It requires a lot of thinking, and it's exceedingly difficult, but only you can decide that for yourself. Remember, homosexuals are attracted to their own gender (gay/lesbian), and bisexuals (like myself) are attracted to two genders.

It's all about butterflies in the stomach, really, you just need to look over your emotional responses to two genders, that is, only those you would've called hot, if you where into them. which ever makes you feel the butterflies, is your long searched for answer. :)

Well first you should know the meanings of those words. Lesbians are females who are attracted to the same sex. Gays are males who are attracted to the same sex and bisexuals are people who are attracted to the opposite and to the same sex. So if you find your match in any of these, you have your answer.

Well. the best thing to do is date around. Don't be mean about it, or get in a long term relationship at the same time. Just try and see if you are attracted to the same, other, or both sexes. All that straight, gay, lesbian, or bisexual mean is what gender you are attracted to.

Sometimes you just know, other times it takes a bit of effort and experimentation. But it's important to remember not to rush yourself when trying to understand who you are as a person. Because you literally have a lifetime. Sexuality is an amazing thing. And it can't always be labeled by Gay, Lesbian, or Bisexual. Sometimes you don't need to label yourself. Sometimes you just need to like what you like and feel guiltless because that's who you are as a person. The most important thing is confidence. How do you know you're gay or lesbian or bisexual? You shouldn't worry about it. Because if the people around you love you for who you are, then it shouldn't be a problem. Love who you love. Be yourself.

Labels are always complicated, you can feel attraction to anyone without feeling forced to take a label. Usually you start to notice that you're feeling attracted towards the same-sex (or both), slowly, or understand that you're attracted to different person than everyone around you. And that's perfectly normal, you have to allow yourself to love who you wants, there is nothing wrong with it :)

Figuring out your sexuality can be confusing. Just look at who you're currently attracted to and who you've been attracted to, and then find a term that feels right for you.

I guess there is no definitive way of finding out. But over some time you can tell, and feel. Who are you attracted to? Who do you think about? How do you see your future? Think about this over some time? You can never define yourself, and never in one single day. Think about it, and talk to me about it :)

By thinking about who you think about most, and who you have, or have gotten "butterflies" around can help distinguish attraction from more casual feelings.

You will always know yourself best, and you will find the right answers at the right time. Get to know your likes and dislikes about people. You will discover where your romantic interests lie.