Polyamory, in other words, is just another expression of the behavioral flexibility that is the true hallmark of our species — and one that [...] is predicated centrally on openness and honesty.
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Full article: http://www.npr.org/sections/13.7/2017/03/23/521199308/a-cultural-moment-for-polyamory
I, for one, don't buy it. Hard to imagine it being more than a commitment cop-out or possibly a niche that works for a few. But of course I see many "benefits".
I would consider a polyamorous relationship just for the challenge of facing remaining remnants of jealousy from my youth. Monogamy is an artifact of patriarchy, with which often comes an intoxicating power expressed through domination structures. Feelings of jealousy are perceived threats, a sign of weakness, and a roadblock to full confidence in yourself.
"Monogamy is an artifact of patriarchy, with which often comes an intoxicating power expressed through domination structures."
I agree. Then again, we are just animals (Tier*), but reaching a level to live polyamory without these basic feelings is one of my life-goals.
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It's definitely not for everyone, but some people find as much, if not more, fulfillment out of being in a polyamorous relationship.
And the ones that do work require a lot more communication, honesty, and vulnerability to last.
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You're right about polyamory not being the new "big thing" -- it definitely won't work for the majority of people in the Western world, at least in the foreseeable future. However, if polyamory's prevalence in the media got people to talk about what is and isn't good for them in a relationship, then it's worth all the attention.
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