polyamory

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The term polyamory is sometimes abbreviated to poly, and is sometimes described as consensual, ethical, or responsible non-monogamy.

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  • [199] While love must be the motive, motive by itself does not determine the validity of an action, and by using the "love justifies" hermeneutic, one could easily justify consensual premarital fornication, polyamory, wife swapping and prostitution, among other sins. —  Conservapedia - Recent changes [en]
  • Contemporary practitioners of what is now Cultural learning can influence the called polyamory (multiple intimate situations that trigger jealousy and the relationships) for the most part treat manner in which jealousy is expressed. jealousy as an inevitable problem, best Attitudes toward jealousy can also change handled by accommodation and within a culture over time. —  Recently Uploaded Slideshows
  • If you believe that polyamory is the way of life, we want to tell your story.
  • The term polyamory is sometimes abbreviated to poly, and is sometimes described as consensual, ethical, or responsible non-monogamy. —  New World Notes
  • That is because they are in an open marriage: The couple has practised polyamory - having several sexual or emotional relationships at once - for two years. —  1tbm
 

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