I have the most pride in being aromantic out of all of my LGBT labels.
Not out of self love or because of the community which, are both good reasons to be prideful!
But rather, I feel lucky to be aromantic. I feel lucky that I don't have the inner desire for a romantic relationship. I feel lucky that I don't feel incomplete without a relationship.
Sure, I run into the problems most aromantic people have. Feeling broken. Having people disrespect the fact you're aromantic. Having people say this is all a phase.
But frankly, after seeing the horror stories I've seen for so many romantic relationships. I'm fucking proud to be aromantic because I feel lucky as fuck. I feel lucky I'll never have to experience any horror stories that I've heard from romantic relationships because I will never actively seek one out.
I'm content with my fictional partners, art, videogames, music, books, and my daydreams.
