From Slate Magazine · Rich Juzwiak · · 1m
Sex Advice: Monogamy Trial Fails
Gay man admits monogamy trial with boyfriend won't work after year.
In brief
Gay man admits monogamy trial with boyfriend won't work after year. Gay man says monogamy trial with boyfriend failed after year due to his need for multiple partners. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Monogamy trial starts
A gay man agreed to try monogamy with his boyfriend after almost a decade together.
Initial monogamy benefits
He enjoyed directing his sexual energy toward his boyfriend, who met him where he was.
Year-long struggle
After almost a year, he missed having sex with other guys and felt a strong urge to reconnect.
Boyfriend's expectations
His boyfriend wanted monogamy to be permanent and didn't want him to see other guys.
Past monogamy experience
He was monogamous with another guy for nearly a decade before this relationship.
Relationship struggle
He realized monogamy wasn't right for him after a year, but his boyfriend wanted it to last.
What happens next
He must decide whether to stay with his boyfriend or pursue his need for multiple partners.
In short
Gay man says monogamy trial with boyfriend failed after year due to his need for multiple partners.
