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Post by Dabeagle on May 3, 2015 10:44:08 GMT -5
This is a fascinating discussion about monogamy as it pertains to people. It's only a few minutes, but it raises some interesting ideas. Check it out here. |
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Post by Lugnutz on May 3, 2015 17:11:46 GMT -5
Can you cheat on your hand by using the other? Stranger danger?
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Post by Dabeagle on May 3, 2015 18:08:26 GMT -5
Not really cheating, just a limited dating pool.
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pedro
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Post by pedro on May 4, 2015 0:50:50 GMT -5
Dabeagle
Thanks for the link. As you say raises some interesting points.
A whole discussion is there to be had that might include the following :
Why monogamy has come to be the norm. (Presumably because it works or at least helps society work)
The relative status of husbands/wives within relationships.
The relative status of husbands/wives in society generally.
Gender equality.
Polygamy
Polyandry
Opportunities for the Rich and powerful vs the rest
When is having another partner cheating and when is it Ok.
Is it cheating on your partner to use your hand-
- when you are together
- when you are in separate rooms
- when you are separated by circumstance. Eg one partner in hospital or away visiting relatives.
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Post by Dabeagle on May 4, 2015 7:55:34 GMT -5
That's very true, Pedro. In fact, some folks can't even decide what the definition of sex is! Some think a blow job isn't sex, ala Bill Clinton, or some feel, strictly, that sex is penetrative only. However, I wonder, if monogamy is a societal construct? One can't rule out that possessive streak some folks have where they might feel it's okay for them to stray, but not their other halves.
It's an interesting subject, to be sure!
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Post by PaulR5 on May 5, 2015 9:22:13 GMT -5
I agree that the article is interesting and thought provoking.
Thanks for the good questions brought up by all, especially Pedro. I used to be quite rigid in my thinking, but life has caused me to think more cautiously. Some persons can handle multiple relationships of a sexual nature in a calm and reasoned way. Some persons cannot. I have seen people too jealous to seriously consider allowing multiple sexual relationships of any kind, even emotional; others are able to "compartmentalize" and not get upset.
Careful thought and communication skills help in deciding whether multiple sexual relationships would work for any person or couple. Unlike myself of 35 years ago, I don't think there is one answer that fits all persons.
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Post by jamessavik on May 10, 2015 0:48:27 GMT -5
There are so may flavors of ice cream, how am I supposed to pick one and stick with until I drop dead?
Besides- Rocky Road is a slut and I can't say no to strawberry.
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Post by Lugnutz on May 10, 2015 5:50:22 GMT -5
Ice cream whore.
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