Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships 454 - When Someone You Love Wants to be Monogamous
Jan 9, 2024
The podcast discusses the transition from non-monogamy to monogamy, exploring why someone might choose to shift relationship styles. They explore the challenges and benefits of non-monogamy, the emotional and physiological challenges of transitioning, and the complexities of falling in love and considering monogamy. The hosts emphasize the importance of open communication and ethical decision-making in making the transition.
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Dedeker's Monogamy Experiences
- Dedeker experimented with monogamy and non-monogamy, but disliked intentional monogamy, ending it after a significant relationship.
- Later, an accidental monogamy happened during the pandemic with Jason, but values and expectations stayed non-monogamous.
Monogamy Defined by Expectations
- Monogamy and non-monogamy are more about relationship expectations than number of partners.
- Discovering polyamory was a 'coming home' moment that clarified Jase's value alignment with non-monogamy.
Complexity and Ease of Relationship Styles
- Non-monogamy requires bravery and emotional steadiness due to societal norms and complexity.
- Monogamy offers social ease and more recognition, reducing stress from cultural non-acceptance.