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lil  ·  4020 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Are Humans Monogamous?

It makes me sad to think of depressed gibbons. Dogs certainly become depressed when an owner dies. (You've talked about animal emotions in several places in your blog.)

    Monogamy can also be developed from a psychologically healthy place
Absolutely - In a lot of cases, exclusivity has been openly discussed and agreed upon. It's certainly an easier way to run a life.




theadvancedapes  ·  4020 days ago  ·  link  ·  

It can be easy and psychologically rewarding - even fun! But I definitely understand your perspectives on this topic. Any monogamous relationship that is founded on insecurity or notions of ownership will probably be destructive.