I’m a Virgin, So Why Am I Being Slut-Shamed? by Ashley Iaconetti
(Link): I’m a Virgin, So Why Am I Being Slut-Shamed? by Ashley Iaconetti
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“Bachelor” contestant Ashley Iaconetti on why a girl can act sexy without, you know, having sex.
Apparently I can’t be a virgin because I have my belly-button pierced. Or because I live in New Jersey. Or because I kissed Chris Soules “like that” during my appearance on The Bachelor. During my time on the show, social media was flooded with absurd judgements and arguments as to why I couldn’t possibly be a virgin.
It’s been odd and frustrating to see people debate the status of my hymen (!) on Twitter — seriously, people, that’s what you’re using your time tweeting about? And many people don’t just doubt my claim, but flat-out declare I’m a liar.
….I believe a girl can be sexy without having sex.
It’s difficult dating in today’s hookup culture as a virgin. Women fought for this type of sexual freedom, and I think it’s awesome women can be a Samantha or a Charlotte. I respect both types of sexual expression.
However, because of it, there aren’t many Gen-Y guys who are willing to give up casual sex or date a girl who will make them hold out. While some men find it a respectable quality in a woman, sure, it’s not exactly the most alluring feature for many others.
In my experience, it either intrigues men and taps into their competitive nature, or it will completely repel them — they see virginity as something to chase and conquer, or they see your sexless company pointless.
…I’m not preaching virginity, nor am I obsessed with it. However, I expected to be perceived as a good role model for my choices, not a slutty liar.
Sadly, in today’s society, not only is there slut-shaming, but there is also virgin-shaming. And I’ve dealt with both!
One of the many lessons I’ve learned from my Bachelor experience is that people will try to simplify you. They’ll judge and stereotype you because it requires less work than getting you know you as an individual.
The best thing you can do in response is to be unapologetically yourself and never fit into one of society’s boring boxes.
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