Why People Cheat vs. Choosing Ethical Non-Monogamy: What’s the Difference?
ey everyone — I found this interesting article comparing why people cheat and why some couples choose open relationships.
🔗 Here's the full read: Why People Cheat vs Open Relationship (Cosmopolitan) → link to article
A few contrasts worth discussing:
  • Cheating often happens when a person feels emotionally unfulfilled but doesn’t express it.
  • Ethical non-monogamy (when done well) tries to bring those desires into the open, rather than acting behind someone’s back.
  • The success of an open relationship depends heavily on communication, boundary setting, and emotional safety — it’s not a failsafe.
Questions to discuss:
  1. In your experience or observation, which is harder: preventing betrayal or maintaining boundaries?
  2. Can a relationship heal or strengthen by opening, or does it often exacerbate underlying issues?
  3. What early signs tell you that someone might need a different relationship structure rather than staying monogamous out of habit?
Share your thoughts and experiences — let’s use this article as a springboard for deeper understanding 🧠
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