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What does it mean?
Monogamy is a natural or enforced societal standard, like pigeons or religious rules.
In plain terms
People should stay with one partner forever.
What can you take from it?
Monogamy is expected by nature or society.

Where it applies

  • dating advice
  • relationship debate

Putting it to work

  • considering long-term commitment

Questions to consider

  • Is monogamy natural?
  • Should people mate for life?

Another view

It relies on stereotypes about religion and animals.

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