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Propaganda I'm Not Falling For: Men Are Naturally Polygamous
<p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Welcome back to my series on the "propaganda" I’m just not buying into. Today, I'm tackling a persistent and often problematic claim used to justify certain behaviors: the idea that men are "naturally polygamous."</p><p><br/></p><p>This propaganda is a convenient narrative that often gets trotted out to excuse infidelity or a reluctance to commit. It suggests that male biology inherently drives men to seek multiple partners, implying that monogamy is an unnatural constraint, a societal imposition that goes against their intrinsic nature. This idea is frequently supported by selective evolutionary psychology or anecdotal evidence, framing men's desires for variety as an unchangeable biological imperative. It can subtly—or not so subtly—absolve men of responsibility for their choices and place the burden of understanding or acceptance on their female partners.</p><p><br/></p><p>I'm not falling for it. While human sexuality is complex and varies greatly among individuals, reducing men's capacity for faithfulness to a blanket biological dictate is an oversimplification that ignores the vast spectrum of human experience and choice. To claim "natural polygamy" as an excuse dismisses the very real capacity for emotional connection, commitment, and loyalty that countless men exhibit every single day. It also overlooks the powerful role of societal norms, cultural expectations, and individual values in shaping sexual behavior.</p><p><br/></p><p>The idea that men are *naturally* incapable of monogamy is propaganda that undermines men's emotional depth and their ability to make conscious, ethical choices in relationships. It gives a free pass to behavior that requires accountability and respect. For me, human relationships are built on mutual respect, trust, and shared values, not on sweeping biological generalizations that absolve individuals of their responsibilities.</p>
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