u/Fit_Parking_3602

Hi! I need advice. I am in my teens and have been in a romantic relationship with my partner for about 3 months. Our relationship mostly consists of going on dates, talking/texting often, and occasionally holding hands. Our relationship has never been remotely sexual; it isn't very physical touch based at all (we are still getting comfortable being around each other). I have never gotten the impression that my partner wants a sexual relationship, certainly not any time soon, and the slow moving, mild nature of our relationship seems to be comfortable for them too. Also, since we are quite young, sex is not an expectation. Within the last week, I have realized that I am asexual. I have never experienced sexual attraction, but I always thought it would be something I would grow into. I also previously did not understand the difference between sexual attraction, which I do not experience, and romantic attraction, which I do experience. I am comfortable in this identity, but I do have one worry: am I obligated to tell my partner that I am asexual in case they do ever want a sexual relationship? Once again, there has been no indication of this desire, but I do not want to omit this in fear they might—at some point—get their hopes up only to be let down and possibly upset that I did not tell them sooner. However, it would be rather awkward to just bring it up out of the blue, especially given we have never discussed topics surrounding sexuality, so I would prefer not to say anything unless necessary, or if it comes up naturally in conversation. To be clear, I am certain my partner would be accepting of me if I did end up telling them, though I would probably need to explain that I still experience romantic feelings for them. I would like to hear other opinions, and I don't particularly want to ask my friends as they may not fully understand asexuality.