Sherlock fandom embraces his asexuality

[foolish_m0rtal]

I cannot tell you how pleased I am that Sherlock has started awareness and discussions of asexuality. It would take a high-functioning sociopath in a scarf, wouldn't it?



I think that asexuality is an important component to how a person thinks and his/her relationships with people, and it makes me happy that keen writers are learning about asexuality to add faithful characterisation and depth to their stories. No matter the reason, it's wonderful that asexuality is getting talked about by a wider group. I can only hope that they learn from honest resources that are free of stereotypes and wrong assumptions. I think that's actually what I'm most afraid of. I do hope that Mr. Cumberbatch does his research and sets a good example that asexuals can be as normal and kick-ass as everyone else. Well, perhaps normal isn't the correct word for Sherlock...

Sherlock and Asexuality at Hypomnemata

Comments

[husbife.livejournal.com]

I'm so glad how ace awareness is spreading via Sherlock fandom, and I'm also glad that a lot of people who aren't ace still like reading about him that way and are understanding about it all. <3
Thanks for the links!

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[thebluecrusader.livejournal.com]

Dude, this post is the first time I read about "asexuality". Not attracted by any sex? That's so interesting! And weird...

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[foolish-m0rtal.livejournal.com]

Good to know that it's an interesting topic. :)

I would say that asexuality isn't weird, just like homosexuality, bisexuality, etc. should not be considered 'weird' or abnormal. It's just another part of the spectrum of human sexuality. If you would like to know more about asexuality, AVEN (the Asexual Visibility and Education Network) is an excellent tool to find out more. They have a good About Asexuality (http://www.asexuality.org/home/overview.html) section that dispels misconceptions about us and answers common questions.

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[thebluecrusader.livejournal.com]

Ok. I checked the link. It's awesome. Human beings never stop amazing me. It's not even considered a sickness! And asexuals even date! Now I understand a question from OkCupid of someone asking "Would you be with the love of your life but never have sex with him/her?"

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[foolish-m0rtal.livejournal.com]

Of course it isn't a sickness. :) Isn't it silly what human beings think of people who are different from them? I'm glad the links helped you understand asexuality better.