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There is nothing wrong with being monogamous; it’s a valid relationship orientation. The issue is that many who practice monogamy, including those who are naturally monogamous, are conditioned to do so in toxic ways. Conscious monogamy is critical and aware, free from possessiveness, and accepting of other relationship orientations. *While a conscious monogamist can date a polyamorist, some cannot due to trauma, which may lead to an inability to regulate jealousy, and that’s fine. Some conscious

Making a mono-poly relationship work requires patience from both partners, especially when the monogamous person is new to open relationships. They may struggle with jealousy and cling to amatonormativity—the belief that monogamy is the universal natural default—as a way to justify their feelings and pressure their polyamorous partner into monogamy. While these reactions are emotional rather than based on logic, it however takes time for our nervous systems to adjust. Mono-poly relationships can

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