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  • Well said. I think all your points are valid and forward-thinking. I believe a monogamous non-married relationship fits me best with similar expectations:

    • We may grow apart at some point (and shouldn’t force it to work)
    • We may find someone who suits us better (it sucks, but we’re humans seeking a better tomorrow)
    • We dont own each other, or owe our lives (we are individuals with our own needs)

    Why a polycule doesn’t work for me:

    • Jealousy and other relationship drama that I dont want to deal with
    • My attention is divided among several people, my work, hobbies, etc. It sounds overwhelming.
    • There’s not enough time to remember everything about everyone, and that feels like a more superficial relationship.

    I met someone recently and discovered we have sexual compatibility, but not romantic. Hypothetically, I can see how having another person involved could fill that romantic need. Maybe one day.




















  • More often than not, retail workers behind the counter in smaller stores are required (by their employer) to greet customers as they enter. It’s a tactic to reduce theft. However, employees hate doing it. Most customers understand its a mandatory part of their routine and hate it, or at the least are indifferent. It’s an insincere greeting that nobody cares for, its just something employees have to do, or they get reprimanded.

    Your customer encounter is not normal American behavior. Expecting to be greeted is a sign of entitlement (which is the likely case, due to asking for your manager) or possibly mental health.