Unpopular Opinion: Monogamy Sucks and is Sucking Your Life

Moushumi Ghose
Sep 4, 2018 · 3 min read

Similar to the 9 to 5 schedule, monogamy is an institution created by our society, and to me is the very symbol of living in a box. Monogamy is purported to be easier, purported to feel safer, and yes, indeed it has so many comfortable, secure, safe elements, but sometimes too much safety can suck the life out of you. Too much safety and box living can be soul crushing.

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Moushumi Ghose

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Sex Therapist based in Los Angeles, CA

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