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Understanding Jealousy in Polyamorous Relationships
07:41 - 20:35 (12:54)
Polyamorous individuals may view jealousy as a result of cultural conditioning and insecurity rather than a possessive and evolutionary trait. Studies suggest that jealousy can also encompass grief which often stems from societal values such as competition and accumulation.
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New studies suggest that jealousy is not only made up of fear and anger but also grief.
07:41 - 15:42 (08:00)
Summary
New studies suggest that jealousy is not only made up of fear and anger but also grief. It is a powerful emotion that should not be something to feel embarrassed about but rather communicated and dealt with in a wise mind rather than an emotional mind.
ChapterUnderstanding Jealousy in Polyamorous Relationships
Episode6. The Psychology of Jealousy - why we feel so insecure, lessons from polyamory and more
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
Polyamorous couples tend to view jealousy as a culturally-instilled insecurity rather than an innate sexual possessiveness, which goes against the evolutionary perspective.
15:42 - 20:35 (04:53)
Summary
Polyamorous couples tend to view jealousy as a culturally-instilled insecurity rather than an innate sexual possessiveness, which goes against the evolutionary perspective. This idea provides a counterargument to the notion that jealousy is intrinsic, as poly couples are often able to avoid feeling jealous despite engaging in multiple relationships.