For a very long time, monogamy, the idea that you have one romantic or sexual partner at a time, has been the main model for relationships in Western culture. In this structure, a person is expected to find one partner, stay faithful, and share all emotional and sexual intimacy with them alone. While this system works for many people, it also comes with strong social rules. Let’s unpack them!
Breakups in polyamory can be uniquely complicated—especially when there are shared communities, overlapping relationships, or pressure to “be okay” because you have other partners. This post offers a kind, grounded look at how to survive (and grow from) a breakup in polyamory, with practical tips, emotional support, and a reminder that your grief is valid.
Monogamous responses to non-monogamy often range from sheer disbelief, to disgust, to fear and defensiveness. Why? Let’s talk about it.
Metamours are your partner’s other partners. This mini guide explains how to communicate and celebrate this unique connection.
Non-monogamy is no great mystery, but asking someone about their personal life can be dicey, no matter which kind of relationship it is. This guide will help you navigate!
This post explores why non-monogamy may feel particularly difficult for cis men and how confronting these challenges can lead to personal growth and healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Compersion is the joy of celebrating your partner’s happiness, even in connections outside your own. Learn how this concept enriches polyamorous and monogamous relationships by fostering trust, empathy, and emotional growth, transforming love into a more abundant and fulfilling experience.
Polyamorous Christmas is often a challenge, but finding time with the ones you love, and who they love, is worth the effort!
Imagine if the scripts were flipped and non-monogamous people expressed derision and judgement towards monogamists in the same way?
