Sexual Asceticism = Monogamy?

i propose that sexual asceticism is monogamy.

i mean sure, asceticism pertains to abstaining from bodily pleasures. but is it really realistic to deny a human entirely of something that is good for his or her nature? i'm pretty much combining aristotle and buddha right now, and i think that's awesome, btw.

the eightfold path prohibits "sexual misconduct." so vague: what the fuck does that even mean? the Third of Thich Nath Hanh's Five Mindfulness Trainings is as follows: "Aware of the suffering caused by sexual misconduct, I am committed to cultivate responsibility and learn ways to protect the safety and integrity of individuals, couples, families, and society. I am determined not to engage in sexual relations without love and a long-term commitment. To preserve the happiness of myself and others, I am determined to respect my commitments and the commitments of others. I will do everything in my power to protect children from sexual abuse and to prevent couples and families from being broken by sexual misconduct."

particularly i am interested in the sentence "i am determined not to engage in sexual relations without love and a long-term commitment." sounds like monogamy to me!

does that make monogamy sexual asceticism? for me, at least, yes. complete human abstinence from sexual activity is absurd, as it does not suit human nature. therefore, the most appropriate form of sexual asceticism is monogamy.