Idemsexual is an identity on the asexual spectrum where an individual experiences sexual and platonic attraction without any discernible difference between the two. Essentially, feelings and relationships that might be considered sexual for others are perceived as platonic by someone who identifies as idemsexual.
In more detail:
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Asexual Spectrum: Idemsexuality falls under the broader asexual spectrum. This means that people identifying as idemsexual typically experience little to no sexual attraction.
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Platonic vs. Sexual: The core of idemsexuality lies in the indistinguishability of platonic and sexual feelings. What might be considered a sexual feeling or attraction by someone allosexual (someone who experiences sexual attraction) is experienced as simply a platonic feeling for an idemsexual person.
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Internal Experience: It's crucial to understand that this is about the internal experience of the individual. The external behaviors and relationships of an idemsexual person may or may not differ from someone who is allosexual. The defining characteristic is the lack of a clear distinction between sexual and platonic feelings internally.
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Example Scenario: Imagine an idemsexual person who is in a committed relationship with someone. They might engage in activities that allosexual individuals would consider sexual, but the idemsexual person experiences those activities and the attraction to their partner as fundamentally platonic, lacking the specific internal experience of sexual attraction.
Essentially, idemsexuality highlights the diverse ways in which individuals experience attraction and relationships, showcasing the nuances within the asexual spectrum.
