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Domin8tingUrDrmz -> RE: Positive Images (2/3/2010 8:01:10 PM)
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From Dictionary.com
an⋅drog⋅y⋅nous /ænˈdrɒdʒənəs/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [an-droj-uh-nuhs] Show IPA
–adjective 1. being both male and female; hermaphroditic.
2. having both masculine and feminine characteristics.
3. having an ambiguous sexual identity.
4. neither clearly masculine nor clearly feminine in appearance: the androgynous look of many rock stars.
5. Botany. having staminate and pistillate flowers in the same inflorescence.
I posted this definition only because, when I first saw the term being used and viewing his photos I though, nah, not androgynous. I always defined that term as lacking sexual identity, or thought more along the lines of the 4th definition listed.
In his case, clearly number 2 applies, at least for me. He exudes sexuality, but he does it in a genderbending way. He has many effeminate postures and mannerisms, yet he still maintains a sense of masculinity.
When men are comfortable in their sexuality, whether it be feminine, masculine, or a mix of both, it comes off in a positive manner. When men are uncomfortable in their sexuality, confused, or are trying to hard to make people see them in one way, that tends to come off in a very negative manner. Finding that harmonious balance I'm sure is difficult for many men. Those who have that balance, are quite enjoyable to be around. Their energy is often bright and positive. I love bright and positive people. Those who haven't found that balance, I prefer to avoid.
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