While polyamory is gaining acceptance, it’s still often misunderstood. People sometimes confuse it with the playful, fantasy-driven reverse harem trope in romance books. That mix-up can make real polyamory seem more taboo than it truly is.
I prefer to write about real polyamory in my romance novels.
Monogamy doesn’t eliminate jealousy.
Critics of polyamory often claim jealousy dooms the relationships, but jealousy shows up in all relationship styles.
Most jealousy stems from insecurity, unmet needs, comparison, or fear of loss.
Whether in monogamy or polyamory, the root lies within us, not the structure of the relationship.
Polyamory thrives on clear communication, trust, and healthy boundaries.
The truth is, most people exploring polyamory know from the start that communication is the glue holding it all together. Every relationship, polyamorous or monogamous, deserves respect, openness, and care. However, in polyamory, there is intentionality when it comes to communication so that love can expand without confusion.
Polyamory comes in all different variations
Polyamory lets people shape relationships around individual needs and desires instead of forcing everyone into a single mold.
Love that honors individual needs is more fulfilling than love that only serves others’ expectations.
As polyamory becomes more visible in modern society, I found myself wonder: Which came first, polyamory or monogamy?
It turns out that polyamory actually predates monogamy, rooted in early human lifestyles and survival needs.
My next question: Is polyamory making a comeback to meet some modern societal need? It’s clearly not the only factor, but it might be part of the reason we’re seeing more people explore non-monogamous relationships today.
Curious to hear your thoughts: Are we evolving back toward something older, or creating something new?
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