Monogomy

Marriage or committed relationships do not have the same verve and approval they once had even as close as 100 years ago.  These days, having a "friends with benefits" type of relationship is

commonplace, though not everyone agrees with the idea or that having a relationship like that is appropriate.  They've even made movies about relationships like this (see right).

So what is the deal about staying true to someone?  Should you only be monogamous if you both agree? Where is the line of monogamy?  Is flirting off limits if you're in a relationship?

In truth, I think it all comes down to communication and what the two people in the relationship agree to as boundaries in each relationship. Talking about something after it happens is less than ideal, but at least you can talk specifically if something does occur during a relationship. 

Bottom line: say what you need and what you mean.  If the other person disagrees, you can go from there.  Not all relationships are meant to last.  However, those relationships that do last are worth  their weight in gold!

Copyright 2014 Heather Corwin