If you are asexual, you are part of 1% of the world's population. Also, whether you know it or not, your asexuality is not a choice. You were born this way, as is every asexual person, and you are not weird. Your sexuality is a part of who you are, as it is with everyone else on the planet.

Now that we have the pep talk out of the way, let's get down to business - the business of asexual dating, that is.

Making the Most of Your Ace Dating

First of all, do not just look upon yourself as an asexual in the general sense. In that general sense, it is a certainty that you seek romantic attraction and a romantic relationship first and foremost. But asexuality is a full spectrum, full of nuances.

Analyze Your Place

While you analyze your own place on that spectrum, be honest with yourself. Obviously, a romantic relationship while you date is your first goal. But once that romantic attraction is real, what next?

Fast forward as you build relationship with the person you are dating. Relationships are often about compromise...

Are you literally sex repulsed? Then your asexual dating will need to include other asexuals...

Perhaps you are a demisexual... maybe you are a graysexual...

The point of all of this is that you have the right to be exactly who you are...

Asexual Dating - Getting it Right

Finding Dates

• Major social media platforms have groups to join for all lifestyle preferences, including asexuals.
• LGBTQ+ online dating sites can present to you other asexuals of all orientations.
• Online asexual chat rooms - can be risky, so take precautions.
• Check out support groups where you can meet asexual people close by.
• University LGBTQ+ organizations are often open to local community members.

Now, suppose you have met someone at a club... Certainly, you're not going to announce to this almost stranger that you are ace...

Muster Up Some Confidence

When asexual people date non-asexuals, it's easy for them to be nervous and anxious...

Be Honest in Your Communication

Most asexual people will find it best to disclose their asexuality early on in a dating relationship...

Once it's time to get into specifics with a potential partner, you must be totally honest...

• Define boundaries in terms of sexual acts now, and be open about potential evolution.
• Explain your expressions of romantic affection and emotional connection.
• Ask your partner what they expect and listen carefully.
• Discuss compromise scenarios (occasional sex, or third-party outlet).

The important thing here is no pressure...

Continue to Keep Your Support System in Place

Your asexual support groups are important during this time in a relationship that is complicated...

Stand Firm as an Asexual Person

It's easy to get caught up in all of the noise about modern dating... Just don't do it.

Flipping the Coin - Connecting With an Asexual Person When You're Not

Get Yourself Some Knowledge

There are all sorts of online resources that will give you a solid understanding of asexual people...

Talk About Their Boundaries (and Your Own)

Once you have some solid understanding, it's time to have the "talk" with your asexual interest...

What Your Dates Look Like

Early daters don't just hop into bed unless they're only into one-night stands for sex...

Find the Middle Ground

Often, this is called compromise. As you move forward in your relationship...

Remind Yourself This is Not Personal

This is not about you. You are fine with who you are and what you want...

So Can a Relationship Between an Asexual and a Non-Asexual Be Successful?

The short answer is yes. The longer answer is more complex...

An Epilogue - Return to Online Dating Apps

If you are asexual and finding a meaningful relationship seems to be eluding you...

The Big Boys

These were some of the early platforms...

The Niche Sites

These are small dating sites and apps that cater to a pretty specific user base...

Large LGBTQ+ Sites and Apps

There are several of these, but again, they primarily serve men or women, not both...

Let's Talk Taimi

If you're not familiar with Taimi, it's time you get familiar...

A Community Feel

• Strictly enforced rules around respect and safety.
• Internal social media platform for groups and interests.
• Events, games, and contests to build community bonds.

Free Features Second-to-None

When there are mutual likes... they can immediately begin to converse...

Registration and Signup Process

• Secure personal data and optional ID verification.
• Profile creation guided by prompts.
• System learns your preferenc