Polyamorous People Do Not Need “Fixing”
If you believe I should "seek help for mental illness" because I'm polyamorous... How is me honouring my needs and boundaries by rejecting monogamy, developing the self-awareness to know that I require freedom of connection for true happiness and fulfilment, and making changes to actualise my most authentic self through polyamory, mentally ill behaviour?
Whenever someone acts in ways that deviate from a cisheteromonogamous norm, a common criticism is that they are mentally ill and need to be 'fixed'. Not only is this incredibly stigmatising to people who do actually suffer from mental illness, but also, someone acting differently doesn't mean they are broken. Living your most authentic life is the most beneficial thing you can do for your mental health, so surround yourself with people who prioritise your wellbeing however you choose to actualise it!
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