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Originally Posted by rubecube
Oh I agree completely. I know for me, I couldn't handle the idea of my girlfriend sleeping with other guys. I get jealous enough when she talks about an ex. That being said, I know that how I feel is likely socially constructed and isn't very rational.
On the other hand, however, I also know my family would be very disapproving of a polyamorous relationship, so I'm sure that impacts me as well, which is really my point. I think we overemphasize monogamy.
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Well, my point is that there is no rational or irrational without reference to values and context. Your position in your context is not only rational, but doing the opposite would be irrational.