Betray Quote by Andrew Solomon
“I understand why there would be prohibitions on straying from monogamy because of the harm that it does not only to the person who is betrayed, but also to the person who is betraying. "Betray" is a sort of shorthand for what happens.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The No Place of Shame by Andrew Solomon, 2012
Monogamy is defended as it protects both partners from emotional harm caused by betrayal.
In simple terms: Monogamy protects against betrayal harm.
Consider the impact of relationship choices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- relationship education
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What values underlie your view on monogamy?
- How can partners negotiate expectations?
Monogamy may not suit all cultural or personal contexts.