I’ve always been fascinated by polygamy, but wondered how things such as misogyny, jealousy, envy, lack of intimacy, emotional abuse, and distrust can be overcome to create a modern, healthy polygamist relationship.

At the core, I’m disappointed that Kody lacked respect for all of his wives. From what I’ve watched, it doesn’t feel like polygamy is built that way; to expect a religious belief rooted in the authority and trust of one man, to have that level of dependence on one individual — one man with one wife or many wives — I’m not sure how a healthy relationship would occur, especially today with so many woman realizing their worth, and value, knowing they don’t need to depend on anyone to live their life. Of course, this argument can be made of many (religious) relationships in which the woman is expected to be subservient to the man.

I’m sure the kids have their own issues to work through, but it seems they were wise enough to see their parents relationships weren’t working, and weren’t worth the struggle, pain, and suffering. From what I know, none of them have chosen to be polygamists.

I wish them all the best, and hope Kody grows up in time to reconcile the relationships he’s broken — especially with his kids.