How do I know if I'm gay BuzzFeed?

If you've ever been unsure about your sexual identity or sexual attraction, it's perfectly normal It's not a mental illness, and it doesn't mean that you aren't a good person. Many people experience sexual attraction towards people of the same gender, and that's fine too.

However, if you're feeling strong feelings of sexual attraction to people of the same sex — whether that's towards women or men — it might be a good idea to talk to someone about it.

A therapist can help

How do you know if you're a homosexual BuzzFeed?

The most common questions people ask about homosexuality are “If I’m gay, does that mean I can’t be a Christian?” or “If I’m gay, does that mean I’m going to hell?” These questions are usually asked by those who have grown up in a religious or conservative culture where homosexuality is condemned. They are often told that being gay is a choice, which, according to the American Psychological Association, is not true

How do you know if you're gay BuzzFeed?

Just because you're attracted to people of the same sex, doesn't necessarily mean you're gay or bisexual. Your sexual orientation is how you feel about people who are of the same sex. If you're attracted to both men and women, you're bisexual. If you're attracted only to other men, you're gay. If you're attracted to neither, you're straight.

How do you know if you're bisexual BuzzFeed?

If you've ever had sexual feelings for both genders, you might be bisexual. People who identify as bisexual have attraction to both men and women, but they aren't sexually attracted to only one gender. There is a misconception that bisexual people are promiscuous and can't decide which gender to be with, but the reality is that bisexuals are just as loyal as anyone else.

How do I know if I'm homophobic BuzzFeed?

It’s possible to be homophobic without even realizing it. You might think you’re not homophobic because you love your gay friends or you know gay people personally, but your beliefs and ideas about homosexuality may be reinforcing the idea that being gay is wrong. If you’ve been taught that being gay is a sin, you might not even know that you’re homophobic. Or you might think that being gay is wrong because you saw an LGBT protest on television or in the news