The queer community has long struggled with bisexual inclusivity. It’s even worse for bi elders.
I came out as bisexual in my 40s, and I had to learn how to grant myself permission to embrace my fluidity and attraction to people across the gender spectrum. I originally came out as a lesbian in my 30s after realizing I identified with the queer community. It was another 15 years before I met my current partner and truly recognized my fluidity. Part of this process involved overcoming the fear of being misjudged as heterosexual because of the appearance of my relationship. Fortunately, we’re seeing progress as many are freeing themselves from heteronormative boxes to identify as bisexual […]