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EPISODE · Apr 23, 2026 · 13 MIN

Why Jealousy Hits So Hard (And What It’s Really Trying to Protect) EP. 154

from Nope! We're Not Monogamous · host Ellecia Paine

Jealousy can feel overwhelming, shame-filled, and honestly… kind of brutal.A delayed text, a shift in energy, hearing your partner mention someone else, and suddenly your body is spiraling before your brain can catch up.If you’ve ever felt jealous and then judged yourself for it, this episode is for you.In this episode of Nope! We’re Not Monogamous, I’m breaking down why jealousy feels so intense, especially in non-monogamy, and what’s often really happening underneath it.We talk about:→ why jealousy is a normal human emotion→ the fear, comparison, and old wounds underneath it→ why shame makes jealousy feel even bigger→ how to start understanding what jealousy is trying to tell youIf jealousy has been running the show, this is exactly why I created Beyond Jealousy, to help you feel more secure in yourself and your relationships.💜 Learn more about Beyond Jealousy: www.elleciapaine.com/jealousySend us Fan MailSupport the show📰 Subscribe to Not A Monogamous Newsletter to stay up to date with new episodes and offerings from Ellecia. https://elleciapaine.podia.com/newsletter ❤️ Enjoying the show? The best way to thank us is by following and leaving a review or a note. And if you want more, join our Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/notmonogamous 👀 Find Us Online🌍 Website:  https://www.elleciapaine.com📘 Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/elleciapaine 📸 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/elleciapaine/Music: Composer/Author (CA): Oscar LindsteinSTIM IPI: 572 393 237

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Jealousy can feel overwhelming, shame-filled, and honestly… kind of brutal. A delayed text, a shift in energy, hearing your partner mention someone else, and suddenly your body is spiraling before your brain can catch up. If you’ve ever felt jealous and then judged yourself for it, this episode is for you. In this episode of Nope! We’re Not Monogamous, I’m breaking down why jealousy feels so intense, especially in non-monogamy, and what’s often really happening underneath it. We talk about: →...

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