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When people refuse to accept your aromantic boundaries

My roommate keeps trying to set me up on dates even after I explained I'm not interested in romance, saying everyone needs someone and I'm just being difficult.

Juana
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Others' inability to accept aromantic identity often manifests as persistent boundary violations disguised as care or concern.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Asexual and aromantic identity?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.