I am two lesbians in a man's body.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker uses a metaphor to describe their gender identity and sexual orientation.
- In plain terms
- I identify as women inside a male body.
- What can you take from it?
- Gender identity can differ from physical form.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you express your identity?
- What defines gender?
Another view
The metaphor may not fit all non-binary experiences.
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