
PsycHacks Episode 306: Why men get jealous of their women’s past
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Mar 22, 2023 Men's jealousy towards their partner's sexual history is explored, highlighting the cognitive dissonance and conflicts experienced. The podcast delves into the impact of past relationships on emotional dynamics, as well as the challenges of accepting a partner's past. The role of romance in men's commitment is also examined, emphasizing the importance of viewing each woman as an individual without romanticized ideals.
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Understand Anger To Release Bitterness
- Understand the source of your anger because insight dilutes irrational jealousy.
- Work through the bitterness by recognizing what your feelings are trying to reconcile.
Jealousy Stems From Cognitive Dissonance
- Jealousy about a woman's past arises mainly after a man becomes emotionally bonded and makes unusual sacrifices for her.
- Those sacrifices create cognitive dissonance that men try to resolve by inventing the woman's specialness.
Casual Past Often Reduces Jealousy
- Men rarely feel jealous over casual partners because past casual sex often makes hooking up easier.
- The sexual history of a casual partner tends to be seen as an asset, not a threat.
