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Adultery Quote by Bertrand Russell

“The psychology of adultery has been falsified by conventional morals, which assume, in monogamous countries, that attraction to one person cannot coexist with affection for another. Everybody knows that this is untrue.” quote by Bertrand Russell
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“The psychology of adultery has been falsified by conventional morals, which assume, in monogamous countries, that attraction to one person cannot coexist with affection for another. Everybody knows that this is untrue.”

Bertrand Russell

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Conscience of Humanity", 1932

Conventional morals wrongly deny that one can love multiple people, showing adultery's psychological reality.

In simple terms: Morals claim monogamy is natural, but feelings can be multiple.

Key Takeaway

Reexamine relationship norms.

Themes

relationships morality psychology

Mood

thoughtful analytical neutral

Type

philosophical academic

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • relationship workshops
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

monogamy emotional complexity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a healthy relationship?
  • Can societies accept non‑monogamy?
A Different Perspective

Cultural norms may resist change.

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