It’s 2022 and the world is finally coming to terms with people expressing themselves however they want to. Though there is still a long way to go, it’s important to acknowledge the efforts and the sacrifices that have been made to ensure that the minority group can be exactly who they want to be.

When it comes to the LGBTQ+, one of the most misunderstood subgroups happens to be pansexual. Despite celebrating their national day on December 8th, there is still a lot of confusion that comes up when discussing this group, especially since pansexuality is described as having attraction, which is not bound by gender or identity.

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So, let’s talk about some facts about pansexuality that you probably didn’t know.

1. Pansexuals And Bisexuals Aren’t The Same

BBC Studio Podcast producer Ella Watts explained how bisexuality differs from pansexuality. She stated that the main difference comes in their preferences and that many people who identify as bisexual have a preference when it comes to who they love and who they want to make love with. In simple terms, pansexuality is broader than bisexuality; it encompasses everyone and is not bound by a single gender.

2. Pansexuals Aren’t Confused

There is a lot of invalidation for bisexual and pansexual people. They are often told that they’re simply confused. Pansexuals are often told that since they don’t conform to the basic rules of monogamous and mainstream sexual orientation, they’re confused, which also leads to them being turned down as potential romantic partners.

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3. Pansexuality Doesn’t Mean Polyamory

Many people believe that since pansexuals love without any preference for gender or orientation, they might be open to being with more than one partner at one time. This is a common misconception and in reality, polygamy is something completely different. There are many pansexuals out there who have either previously been in or are in a serious monogamous relationship. It doesn’t change the fact that they are still pansexual.

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So, are you feeling a bit more educated now? We thought so!