Is Swinging the Marriage & Relationship Staple?

Is swinging the new marriage & Relationship staple?

Some will confess that this is the sexual revolution of the new millennium. It is said that one in every four marriages ends in divorce. Some have argued that 12% of men will cheat regardless of what the other partner gives; while others argue that swinging keeps the variety and allow partners to fulfill their sexual desires. Or is it simple that we live in a society where many individuals are caught up on the microwave fix. Can traditional marriages and relationship survive in a changing environment where individuals can have availability to anything they desire by the click of a button? Including renting a sugar baby, sugar mommy or sugar daddy. Sex is now accessible over while waiting for a cup of coffee. Are the days at dinner the table and families waiting; to enjoy a hearty meal and entertainment becoming a thing of the past.

After having several conversations with acquaintances and friends; it seems like there is a war between traditional and swinging marriages. One of my friend confided that if she didn’t agree with swinging she felt that she would loose her 25-years of marriage. She indicated that after giving some one six children and the best years of her life starting over was out of the question. K suggested that it alleviated not knowing where her husband would be for days. B stated that it ease the anxiety and depression that cheating caused her marriage of 15 plus years. A said I just got tired of hanging from the chandelier, his sexual desires were just too much for me; I figured let someone else do some of the work for me. F explained that after dedicating 30-years I could not bring myself to agreeing to swing so I opted out; and we are in the process of get a divorce.

Will renting or bartering sex change the flaws, loneliness, finances and other factors affecting committed marriages and relationships.? Some authors suggested that many individuals cheat because of the fact of feeling un-appreciated by their partners. (Neumann) Some ask the questions Is swinging the same, as Polygamy? or does swinging only includes sex? if so some argues that it changes the game. If swinging works then individuals should both mutually agree? All in all there has to be a balance to everything in life; too much of anything will still leave one empty and seeking more pleasures. The question is will swinging save marriages? or has globalization and technology contributed to swinging in marriages and relationships?