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6 Monogamous Characteristics Incompatible with ENM Part 5
Monogamous Mindset and Norms: Monogamous relationships often conform to societal norms and expectations.
Ethical non-monogamy challenges these norms and encourages open communication, consent, and individual autonomy. Transitioning without recognizing these shifts might lead to difficulties in understanding and respecting diverse relationship structures.
In case you missed them: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, and Part 4. Up next is the final episode in this series, Part 6!
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If you've been exploring open relationships, polyamory, or alternative relationship structures, you've likely come across the terms Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) and Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM).
Emotional Monogamy: Emotional exclusivity is a common characteristic of monogamous relationships, where partners often seek emotional fulfillment exclusively from each other.