Stuff You Should Know SYSK Selects: Polyamory: When two just won't do
Aug 29, 2020
Dive into the fascinating world of polyamory, where love knows no bounds. Discover how polyamorists navigate relationships with commitment, consent, and communication. Explore misconceptions surrounding this lifestyle, including its contrasts to monogamy and the complexities of jealousy. Learn about the enriching concept of compersion and how it reshapes feelings of jealousy into positivity. This discussion sheds light on the evolving landscape of love, happiness, and the unique structures that define non-monogamous relationships.
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Monogamy’s Evolutionary Puzzle
- Monogamy is puzzling from an evolutionary perspective.
- It reduces a male's chances of spreading his genes widely.
Theories of Monogamy
- Two competing theories explain monogamy's evolution.
- One suggests it's about protecting offspring from rival males, another points to low female density.
Alternative Monogamy Theory
- A third theory posits that less dominant males adopted monogamy as a mating strategy.
- This offered childcare benefits, attracting females who might not have chosen them otherwise.