“In monogamy, a romantic partner and a sexual partner are, almost by definition, the same person. Emotional intimacy and physical intimacy are so tightly entwined that some self-help books speak of "emotional infidelity" and encourage married couples not to permit… — Eve Rickert Copy Share Image
“love itself is malleable and ever-changing. Its intensity and nature varies, and this influences its flow, its mutable forms. Monogamy tells us that successful, "real" relationships all look about the same. Relationships that last a long time are called successes,… — Eve Rickert Copy Share Image
“In monogamy, a romantic partner and a sexual partner are, almost by definition, the same person. Emotional intimacy and physical intimacy are so tightly… — Eve Rickert Copy Share Image
“safety and security come from knowing that your partner loves, trusts and values you.” — Eve Rickert Copy Share Image
“love itself is malleable and ever-changing. Its intensity and nature varies, and this influences its flow, its mutable forms. Monogamy tells us that successful,… — Eve Rickert Copy Share Image
“We tend to think of secondary relationships as "new" relationships, without giving thought to the fact that they might endure for years. It's common… — Eve Rickert Copy Share Image
“Many conflict-resolution professionals stress the value of curiosity, accompanied by active listening. Many conflicts can be avoided or de-escalated if the parties involved are… — Eve Rickert Copy Share Image
