Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships 130 - Emotional Labor
Aug 2, 2017
Dive into the intricate world of emotional labor, where maintaining relationships requires mental and emotional energy. Discover how disproportionate expectations can lead to exhaustion, especially for women and feminine individuals. Explore imbalances in emotional and physical tasks, including birth control responsibilities. Learn the importance of communication and mutual support in navigating these complexities, particularly in polyamorous dynamics. Reflect on your contributions to emotional labor with thought-provoking questions.
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Grandmother Example
- Dedeker gives an example of performing emotional labor with her grandmother.
- She placates her by saying she might have kids someday, despite not wanting them.
Emotional Labor's Importance
- Emotional labor is necessary for human relationships, not inherently bad.
- It becomes problematic when imbalanced or not reciprocated, leading to burnout.
One-Sided Friendship
- Dedeker shares an example of the emotional labor involved in supporting a friend.
- This becomes draining when the friend constantly has relationship issues and doesn't reciprocate support.