5/21/2023 0 Comments The Ethical Slut by Dossie Easton![]() The ethics of any sexual behavior depends on the values and customs of the community and culture around it. The path back from that situation to a healthy open relationship is a steep and painful one – yet many couples do survive it, and achieve more satisfaction, growth and closeness for having done so. Polyamorists consider it bad form to introduce one’s spouse to one’s secret lover with a cheery, "Honey, I've been thinking we should open our relationship!" Given that a major deceit has already taken place, many, perhaps most, marriages will not survive such a revelation. ![]() Opening a previously monogamous relationship is customarily negotiated before the openness occurs. ![]() ![]() Much pain could be avoided if couples discussed monogamy as an option during the dating phase of their relationship, rather than assuming it as a default. ![]()
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