• Guest Name: Sandra Bellamy, also known as the Asexual Entrepreneur.
• Notable Works: Author of "Asexual Perspectives: 47 Asexual Stories About Love, Life and Sex."
• Achievements: Speaker at Blue Talks in Oxford, co-author in "Business Life and the Universe, Volume 11."

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Understanding Asexuality:

• Definition: Asexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by a lack of sexual attraction.
• Personal Perspective: Sandra identifies as a hetero-romantic asexual, meaning she is romantically attracted to men but does not experience sexual attraction.
• LGBTQ+ Inclusion: Asexuality is part of the LGBTQ+ acronym but is often misunderstood.

2. Discovering Asexuality:

• Personal Journey: Sandra realized she was asexual after a counseling session in 2014, leading her to research and discover asexuality.
• Community and Awareness: Sandra emphasizes the importance of recognizing asexuality as a valid sexual orientation globally to reduce fear and ridicule.

3. The Asexual Community:

• Population Statistics: Approximately 1% of the global population is asexual.
• Support and Resources: The online forum www.asexuality.org is a major resource for asexual individuals and their allies.

4. Asexual Perspectives Book:

• Content: The book answers common questions about asexuality and includes diverse personal stories from 46 asexual individuals.
• Purpose: To dispel myths and provide real-life examples of what it means to be asexual.

5. Misconceptions about Asexuality:

• Common Myths: Asexuality is often confused with celibacy or abstinence, which are choices, whereas asexuality is not a choice.
• Diverse Experiences: Asexuals can have different levels of comfort with sex, ranging from sex-neutral to sex-repulsed, and may engage in various sexual activities without sexual attraction.

6. Personal Boundaries and Challenges:

• Overcoming Fears: Sandra had to overcome shyness and fear of discussing sex openly.
• Mindset Mastery: Emphasizes the importance of taking action and pushing through personal fears to achieve goals.

7. Advocacy and Education:

• Public Speaking: Sandra's experiences with public speaking and organizing meetups have boosted her confidence and ability to advocate for asexuality.
• Education: Uses her platform to educate others about asexuality and promote understanding.

8. Publications and Contact Information:

• Books: "Diary Confessions of a Hyper Romantic Asexual: 78 Life Lessons to Ace Your Life" and "Asexual Perspectives: 47 Asexual Stories About Love, Life and Sex."
• Blog: www.asexualized.com
• YouTube: Asexualize My Asexual Life
• Social Media: Facebook (asexualized), Twitter (asexualized), Instagram (asexualized official)

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