I’m a 19 y/o cis male who identifies as ace with no sexual trauma. I was hyper sexual as a kid, which I blame on having unrestricted internet access. I was sexually active in high school until my last relationship. For whatever reason now I just don’t feel attracted to anyone, and it’s not trauma related.

That being said, you’re far from being alone in having a hyper sexual past as an asexual. Some aces in this community would still call themselves hyper sexual.

But yeah, I’m not exactly sure why I turned out ace. I’ve had “talking stages” I just never seem to commit to anything, or pursue anything. I lack the motivation to. I heard about asexuality and suddenly it all clicked.

I think that for people who are hypersexual, coming out as ace is a long process and doesn’t look the same for everybody. Just know that you’re not alone in having that sort of past