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(While the original asexual flag does technically stand for the spectrum, it is not considered to be the asexual spectrum flag by most people. Furthermore, an asexual page with that flag already exists, so having it on both is a little strange. Also, the aromantic spectrum page and aroace spectrum page also uses -spec flags specifically, so I was uncomfortable with the asexual spectrum page being a particular exception as an acespec person. It felt out of place.) |
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[[File:Asexual.png|thumb|The asexual flag which represents the entire asexual spectrum|alt=]] |
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[[File:AceSpec flag by @sude.the.acespec on instagram.jpg|thumb|Alternate asexual spectrum flag by SudeTheAcespec]] |
[[File:AceSpec flag by @sude.the.acespec on instagram.jpg|thumb|Alternate asexual spectrum flag by SudeTheAcespec]] |
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| ⚫ | [[File:Acespec flag.png|thumb|Alternate ace spectrum flag by DistinctiveSoy.]]The '''asexual spectrum''' or '''asexual umbrella''' is a group of sexual orientations that all fall under the [[Umbrella Term|umbrella term]] of [[asexual]], or acespec. Individuals on the asexual spectrum may completely lack [[sexual attraction]], feel it so little that they relate more to the asexual experience than to the [[allosexual]] experience, or experience it in some other way that is different from allosexuals. The common link between individuals on the asexual spectrum is that they do not feel the "standard" amount of sexual attraction or feel it in the "standard" way. |
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[[File:Acespec flag.png|thumb|Alternate ace spectrum flag by DistinctiveSoy.]] |
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| ⚫ | The '''asexual spectrum''' or '''asexual umbrella''' is a group of sexual orientations that all fall under the [[Umbrella Term|umbrella term]] of [[asexual]]. Individuals on the asexual spectrum may completely lack [[sexual attraction]] |
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Individuals on the asexual spectrum are often referred to as "ace-spec" for short. Ace-spec individuals can have any [[Romantic Orientation|romantic orientation]], including [[aromantic]]. |
Individuals on the asexual spectrum are often referred to as "ace-spec" for short. Ace-spec individuals can have any [[Romantic Orientation|romantic orientation]], including [[aromantic]]. |
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==Ace-Spec Identities== |
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While there are numerous ace-spec identities, some are more common, like asexual, [[demisexual]], and [[greysexual]], and can stand on their own as identities. Other common ace-spec identities include: |
While there are numerous ace-spec identities, some are more common, like asexual, [[demisexual]], and [[greysexual]], and can stand on their own as identities. Other common ace-spec identities include: |
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*[[Aceflux]] |
*[[Aceflux]] |
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*[[Acespike]] |
*[[Acespike]] |
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*[[Reciprosexual]] |
*[[Reciprosexual]] |
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===Microlabels=== |
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Some identities in the asexual spectrum are [[Microlabel|microlabels]] or identities that fall under the umbrella but cannot stand on their own and must be used in addition to another ace-spec label. Some common ace-spec microlabels include: |
Some identities in the asexual spectrum are [[Microlabel|microlabels]] or identities that fall under the umbrella but cannot stand on their own and must be used in addition to another ace-spec label. Some common ace-spec microlabels include: |
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*[[Aegosexual|Aegosexual]], also known as autochorisexual |
*[[Aegosexual|Aegosexual]], also known as autochorisexual |
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*[[Apothisexual]] |
*[[Apothisexual]] |
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*[[Requiessexual|Requissexual]] |
*[[Requiessexual|Requissexual]] |
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==Terminology== |
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Terms like [[sex-ambivalent]], [[sex-favorable]], [[sex-indifferent]], and [[sex-repulsed]] help ace-spec individuals explain their relationship with sex. Ace-spec individuals may also have a non-standard understanding of [[attraction]], particularly [[sexual attraction]]. |
Terms like [[sex-ambivalent]], [[sex-favorable]], [[sex-indifferent]], and [[sex-repulsed]] help ace-spec individuals explain their relationship with sex. Ace-spec individuals may also have a non-standard understanding of [[attraction]], particularly [[sexual attraction]]. |
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Other terms help ace-spec individuals discuss their orientation beyond sex, such as [[Romantic Attraction|romantic orientation]], [[Split Attraction Model (SAM)|the Split Attraction Model]], [[Repulsion Descriptors|repulsion descriptors]], and [[Tertiary Attraction|tertiary attraction]]. Terms like [[Angled Aroace|angled]], [[Electio Aroace|electio]], and [[Oriented Aroace|oriented]] are useful for ace-spec individuals who are also part of the [[Aromantic Spectrum|aromantic spectrum]], also known as "aroace." |
Other terms help ace-spec individuals discuss their orientation beyond sex, such as [[Romantic Attraction|romantic orientation]], [[Split Attraction Model (SAM)|the Split Attraction Model]], [[Repulsion Descriptors|repulsion descriptors]], and [[Tertiary Attraction|tertiary attraction]]. Terms like [[Angled Aroace|angled]], [[Electio Aroace|electio]], and [[Oriented Aroace|oriented]] are useful for ace-spec individuals who are also part of the [[Aromantic Spectrum|aromantic spectrum]], also known as "aroace." |
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== Flag |
== Flag== |
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While the original asexual flag does technically include the asexual spectrum, it is not widely considered to be the asexual spectrum flag. It is important to note that while many acespec people do not identify with the asexual flag, any acespec individual may use it if they do. |
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The asexual flag was created in August of 2010 to represent the entire asexual spectrum, and it was selected after a thorough three-stage poll by the community, originating on AVEN, the largest asexual community at the time, but extending towards other asexual communities to ensure as many individuals as possible could be included in this decision. <ref>https://asexualagenda.wordpress.com/2018/02/21/the-ace-flag-a-history-and-celebration/</ref> |
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The black stripe represents asexuals and lack of attraction, the grey stripe represents demisexuals, gray-asexuals and everyone else that's on the ace-spec, the white stripe represents allosexual allies and the purple stripe represents the asexual community as a whole, and it was likely chosen because AVEN had purple as part of its colour scheme. It has been adopted as a symbol for asexuals, but has never stopped being used as a symbol of the entire spectrum and to this day it's the most commonly used flag for asexual spectrum communities. |
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Two flags were created to represent the asexual spectrum specifically, to separate it from the original asexual flag. These flags were created by Tumblr user theflagarchive on July 25, 2020<ref>[https://theflagarchive.tumblr.com/post/624655680467599360/asexual-spectrum-flag-while-i-like-the-asexual Tumblr post creating the asexual spectrum flag.]</ref> and Instagram user sude.the.acespec on June 16, 2021.<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/p/CQMfS9mDH5J/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet Instagram post creating the second asexual spectrum flag.]</ref> |
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For the first flag, the dark blue or black stripe represents the asexual community, its history and solidarity. The purple stripe comes from the asexual flag and represents all asexual identities. The pink stripe represents self-determination, pride in one's identity, and acceptance of one's own and others' asexuality. The cream stripe represents diversity in experiences and types of attractions. |
For the first flag, the dark blue or black stripe represents the asexual community, its history and solidarity. The purple stripe comes from the asexual flag and represents all asexual identities. The pink stripe represents self-determination, pride in one's identity, and acceptance of one's own and others' asexuality. The cream stripe represents diversity in experiences and types of attractions. |
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A third alternate ace-spec flag was created by FANDOMS user DistinctiveSoy, 20th July 2021. The purple represents all the variation of asexual identities, the white represents inclusivity, the grey represents acceptance of oneself and others, the black represents aro-ace individuals and the spiral represents how different ace-spec sexualities are from allo-spec sexualities. |
A third alternate ace-spec flag was created by FANDOMS user DistinctiveSoy, 20th July 2021. The purple represents all the variation of asexual identities, the white represents inclusivity, the grey represents acceptance of oneself and others, the black represents aro-ace individuals and the spiral represents how different ace-spec sexualities are from allo-spec sexualities. |
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[[Category:Ace-spec identity]] |
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Revision as of 15:56, 24 October 2021
The asexual spectrum or asexual umbrella is a group of sexual orientations that all fall under the umbrella term of asexual, or acespec. Individuals on the asexual spectrum may completely lack sexual attraction, feel it so little that they relate more to the asexual experience than to the allosexual experience, or experience it in some other way that is different from allosexuals. The common link between individuals on the asexual spectrum is that they do not feel the "standard" amount of sexual attraction or feel it in the "standard" way.
Individuals on the asexual spectrum are often referred to as "ace-spec" for short. Ace-spec individuals can have any romantic orientation, including aromantic.
Ace-Spec Identities
While there are numerous ace-spec identities, some are more common, like asexual, demisexual, and greysexual, and can stand on their own as identities. Other common ace-spec identities include:
- Aceflux
- Acespike
- Fictosexual
- Fraysexual
- Lithosexual, formerly known as akiosexual
- Reciprosexual
Microlabels
Some identities in the asexual spectrum are microlabels or identities that fall under the umbrella but cannot stand on their own and must be used in addition to another ace-spec label. Some common ace-spec microlabels include:
- Aegosexual, also known as autochorisexual
- Apothisexual
- Bellussexual
- Caedsexual
- Cupiosexual
- Iamvanosexual
- Myrsexual
- Placiosexual
- Requissexual
Terminology
Terms like sex-ambivalent, sex-favorable, sex-indifferent, and sex-repulsed help ace-spec individuals explain their relationship with sex. Ace-spec individuals may also have a non-standard understanding of attraction, particularly sexual attraction.
Other terms help ace-spec individuals discuss their orientation beyond sex, such as romantic orientation, the Split Attraction Model, repulsion descriptors, and tertiary attraction. Terms like angled, electio, and oriented are useful for ace-spec individuals who are also part of the aromantic spectrum, also known as "aroace."
Flag
While the original asexual flag does technically include the asexual spectrum, it is not widely considered to be the asexual spectrum flag. It is important to note that while many acespec people do not identify with the asexual flag, any acespec individual may use it if they do.
Two flags were created to represent the asexual spectrum specifically, to separate it from the original asexual flag. These flags were created by Tumblr user theflagarchive on July 25, 2020[1] and Instagram user sude.the.acespec on June 16, 2021.[2]
For the first flag, the dark blue or black stripe represents the asexual community, its history and solidarity. The purple stripe comes from the asexual flag and represents all asexual identities. The pink stripe represents self-determination, pride in one's identity, and acceptance of one's own and others' asexuality. The cream stripe represents diversity in experiences and types of attractions.
For the second flag, the black stripe represents the spectrum, sexualities that is under the asexual spectrum. The purple stripe also comes from the asexual flag and represents the community, individuals of different regions, religions, genders, sexual or romantic attractions that is in the asexual spectrum. The white stripe represents the acceptance of being in the asexual spectrum, being proud of it. The gray stripe is for the allies, and supporters that accepts the asexual spectrum community no matter what.
A third alternate ace-spec flag was created by FANDOMS user DistinctiveSoy, 20th July 2021. The purple represents all the variation of asexual identities, the white represents inclusivity, the grey represents acceptance of oneself and others, the black represents aro-ace individuals and the spiral represents how different ace-spec sexualities are from allo-spec sexualities.