It's so lovely to read everyone's responses and experiences, thank you for sharing! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤
As someone who is pansexual and also uses they/them pronouns, I think one of the ways I feel really supported by allies is when they use inclusive language. So if I'm talking about someone I like, they don't just presume I'm talking about a man or boyfriend or husband. Similarly, not just presuming I use she/her pronouns because I tend to look more feminine.
I know not everyone who is LGBTQIA+ feels this way, but for me, if in doubt just ask me. If you're unsure of what pronouns to use for me or what gender the person I'm dating is, I'd much rather you ask than presume 😊
If you feel nervous about asking someone about their pronouns, I think a really good way to do it is to offer yours first. So for example 'Hi, my name is Iona and I use they/them pronouns, what about you?'. Or if it's someone you aren't just meeting for the first time, 'I don't think I've mentioned this before but my pronouns are they/them, what are yours?'. Opening up and normalising these types conversations is super important.
Are there any other examples of language or words we use that make you feel more included and considered as someone who is LGBTQIA+?
