A new identity is gaining attention in the LGBTQ+ community — nebulasexual. Inspired by the beauty of the Crab Nebula, this term describes people who find it difficult to define their feelings of attraction.
For many neurodivergent people, such as those with ADHD or autism, attraction can feel foggy or confusing. “Finding the term nebulasexual was like finally having words for this fog I’ve been living in,” one Reddit user shared. Another added, “It helps me feel less broken and more understood.”
The nebulasexual flag, designed in 2020, features orange, white, and green shades reflecting the swirling mystery of the nebula itself. It has since been adopted in Pride spaces as a symbol of self-acceptance and clarity amid confusion.
Experts say nebulasexuality falls within the ace spectrum, focusing on the uncertainty of attraction rather than its absence. For many, it’s not about labels — it’s about finding peace in finally feeling seen.
